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cheesy baked chicken empanadas

www.missionfoods.com
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Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total: 20 minutes

Servings: 8

Ingredients

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Instructions

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Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In large skillet set over medium-high heat, add oil. Add scallions and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant. Add chicken, cumin, salt, chili powder and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up chicken with wooden spoon, for 8 to 10 minutes or until chicken is evenly browned. Stir in tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes or until incorporated. Fold in mozzarella and Cheddar.

Step 3

In small bowl, whisk together egg and 1 tbsp water.

Step 4

Arrange Mission® Uncooked Tortillas Fajita on prepared baking sheet. Divide chicken mixture evenly among tortillas and brush edges with egg wash. Fold in half to enclose filling. Using fork, crimp edges to seal. Brush empanadas with remaining egg wash.

Step 5

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until empanadas are golden and crisp. Let cool slightly.

Step 6

Serve with chimichurri sauce.Tip: Substitute ground chicken with ground beef, ground pork or a vegetarian alternative if desired.

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