Dennys Chicken Pesto Empanadas Recipe

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Dennys Chicken Pesto Empanadas
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Directions:

  1. In a food processor add the basil, garlic, sundried tomatoes, parmegiano reggiano, and ricotta cheese.
  2. Chop until it forms a dry paste.
  3. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Add the chicken and pulse a few times to mix.
  5. In the bowl of a standing electric mixer using the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and butter on high speed until very
  6. Smooth, scraping the bowl as necessary.
  7. Reduce the mixer speed to low, slowly add the flour and salt.
  8. Mix until it is just combined.
  9. Turn the dough out onto a slightly floured surface and knead lightly.
  10. Form the dough into a disk, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  11. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and, working on a lightly floured work surface, roll the dough to a thickness of 1/8-inch
  12. Thick.
  13. Using a small bowl or saucer as a guide, cut the dough into as many 5-inch circles as possible.
  14. Gather the scraps of dough together and knead lightly to reform the dough into a disk.
  15. Roll out as before and again cut as many rounds as you can.
  16. You should be able to get 10 to 12 rounds.
  17. Divide the filling evenly among the rounds.
  18. Lightly moisten the edges with the beaten egg, then fold 1 side over so that the edges meet, and press to seal.
  19. Crimp the edges using a fork.
  20. Repeat until all are assembled.
  21. Fry in a deep fryer at 360 degrees for 4 minutes or until golden brown.
  22. You can also bake on a prepared cookie sheet at 450 degrees for 15 minutes.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 800.7 Kcal (3352 kJ)
Calories from fat 325.79 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 36.2g 56%
Cholesterol 100.08mg 33%
Sodium 454.7mg 19%
Potassium 617.44mg 13%
Total Carbs 81.97g 27%
Sugars 2.27g 9%
Dietary Fiber 7.56g 30%
Protein 37.16g 74%
Vitamin C 22.2mg 37%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 5%
Iron 1.6mg 9%
Calcium 93.3mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 464.63 Kcal (1945 kJ)
Calories from fat 189.04 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 21g 56%
Cholesterol 58.07mg 33%
Sodium 263.85mg 19%
Potassium 358.28mg 13%
Total Carbs 47.56g 27%
Sugars 1.32g 9%
Dietary Fiber 4.38g 30%
Protein 21.56g 74%
Vitamin C 12.9mg 37%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 5%
Iron 0.9mg 9%
Calcium 54.1mg 9%

* 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

  • 18.2
    Points
  • 21
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • good source of fiber

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