Spanish Rice Empanadas

8 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 (6 7/8 ounce) package Spanish rice and vermicelli mix
  • 1 12 cups cooked chicken, cubed
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 12 cup green onion, sliced
  • 14 cup ripe olives, chopped
  • 2 (15 ounce) packagesrefrigerated pie pastry
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon water

Directions

  1. 1
    Prepare Spanish rice according to package directions, omitting the butter or oil.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cheese, onions and olives.
  3. 3
    Stir in prepared rice.
  4. 4
    Roll each sheet of pastry into a 12-in.
  5. 5
    circle; place on greased baking sheets.
  6. 6
    Spoon rice mixture over half of each circle; spread to within 1 inches of edges.
  7. 7
    Fold pastry over filling; crimp edges to seal.
  8. 8
    Beat egg yolk and water; brush over tops.
  9. 9
    Bake at 400 for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. 10
    Cut empanadas in half to serve.

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