Spicy Chicken Bacon Pasties
Get ready to spice up mealtime with these irresistible Spicy Chicken Bacon Pasties! Packed with tender chunks of seasoned chicken, crispy streaky bacon, and a medley of sautéed vegetables, these handheld delights are wrapped in flaky shortcrust pastry for the perfect golden crunch. A bold blend of paprika, chili powder, and cumin gives the filling a fiery kick, while melted Cheddar cheese and fresh parsley add creamy and herbaceous notes. Perfect for dinner, on-the-go lunches, or party finger food, these savory pasties are sure to impress. Serve them warm for a comforting meal or let them cool for a grab-and-go snack bursting with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g Chicken breast
- 100 g Streaky bacon
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Chili powder
- 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 100 g Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 500 g Shortcrust pastry
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tbsp Flour (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Dice the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and chop the streaky bacon into small strips.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chicken pieces and cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside with the bacon.
Finely chop the yellow onion, red bell pepper, and garlic cloves. Add them to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for another 1-2 minutes to release the spices’ aroma.
Return the chicken and bacon to the skillet, mix well, and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Turn off the heat and let the filling cool slightly.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and shredded Cheddar cheese into the mixture, ensuring it is evenly combined.
Dust your work surface with flour and roll out the shortcrust pastry to about 2-3 mm thickness.
Cut the pastry into 4 large circles (approximately 15 cm in diameter). You can use a bowl or plate as a guide.
Place an equal amount of the filling on one half of each pastry circle, leaving a small border around the edges.
Whisk the egg in a small bowl and lightly brush the edges of the pastry circles.
Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a semi-circle. Press the edges together and crimp with a fork to seal.
Place the pasties on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash to give them a golden finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pasties are golden brown and cooked through.
Allow the pasties to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your Spicy Chicken Bacon Pasties warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3649 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.7 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.4 g | 452% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 684 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 6135 mg | 267% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 283.4 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 183.7 g | 367% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 956 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 2314 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
