One half of a Ya Gotta Empanada with yellow rice falling out on to the plate next to a piece of corn.

Ya Gotta Empanada

  • Servings
    4
  • Serving Size
    ½ empanada

Ingredients

  • 1 (4-to-6-ounce) package Spanish rice mix
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup green onions, sliced
  • ¼ cup black olives, chopped
  • 1 (15-ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts

Directions

  • Prepare Spanish rice mix according to package directions.
  • Combine rice, chicken, cheese, onions and olives in large bowl.
  • Spoon half of rice mixture on half of each pie crust. Fold crust over filling. Seal and crimp edges. Place on baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400 degrees 20 to 22 minutes or until golden brown. Cut each empanada in half. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories 683
  • Total Fat 35g
  • Cholesterol 58mg
  • Sodium 668mg
  • Carbohydrates 67g
  • Dietary Fiber 2g
  • Protein #27