Spanish Rice Empanadas Recipe

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Spanish Rice Empanadas
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Directions:

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

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 221.26 Kcal (926 kJ)
Calories from fat 132.27 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14.7g 23%
Cholesterol 50.25mg 17%
Sodium 455.39mg 19%
Potassium 211.68mg 5%
Total Carbs 12g 4%
Sugars 0.98g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0.67g 3%
Protein 11.18g 22%
Vitamin C 2.1mg 3%
Iron 1mg 5%
Calcium 51.1mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 232.72 Kcal (974 kJ)
Calories from fat 139.12 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15.46g 23%
Cholesterol 52.85mg 17%
Sodium 478.98mg 19%
Potassium 222.64mg 5%
Total Carbs 12.62g 4%
Sugars 1.03g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g 3%
Protein 11.76g 22%
Vitamin C 2.2mg 3%
Iron 1mg 5%
Calcium 53.8mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5.5
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

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