Description
Delicious flaky pastries filled with savory chicken, spices, and fresh herbs, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound chicken, cooked and diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (like thyme or parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Combine the flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water and mix until a soft dough forms. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Sautรฉ chopped onion and minced garlic in a skillet over medium heat until translucent. Add diced chicken, curry powder, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC).
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and cut it into circles.
- Place a spoonful of the chicken filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and seal the edges with a fork.
- Beat the egg and brush it over the patties for a golden finish.
- Bake the patties on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.
- Serve hot and enjoy the flavors!
Notes
These patties can be served with salsa or yogurt sauce and are perfect for parties or as snacks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg