6 Empanada Recipes for All Occasions

Get a head start on this by making it the day before. Store in the fridge for up to three days or in the freezer for up to three months.

Use rotisserie chicken to make this smoky-sweet filling even easier.

Ground turkey, lamb, or beef would also be delicious in these flavorpacked pockets.

Start with pre-peeled and cubed butternut squash for faster prep.

Play with your empanadas by sandwiching two circles together. 

For a twist, swap in peanut butter for the chocolate-hazelnut spread.