Curried Chicken Turnovers

Whenever I have leftover chicken, these turnovers are on the menu. The tasty secret is in the curry.

Curried Chicken Turnovers

Average Rating: 5

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. Bake: 15 min.
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup finely chopped cooked chicken
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup chopped cashews or peanuts
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Pastry for double-crust pie
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Divide dough into eight portions.
  • 2. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 5-in. circle. Place about 1/4 cup filling on one side. Moisten edges of pastry with water. Fold dough over filling; press edges with a fork to seal.
  • 3. Place on greased baking sheets. Brush with egg. Cut 1/2-in. slits in top of each. Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

1 turnover: 512 calories, 37g fat (17g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 526mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.