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Savory Halloween Hand Pies Appetizer Recipe

Jennifer Watson
These savory pies make for a spooky and delicious Halloween treat! They're easy to prepare and perfect for parties. Let's get started! 🎃
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin: To roll out the pastry dough.
  • Baking Sheet: For baking the hand pies evenly.
  • Cookie Cutters: Halloween-shaped cutters for a festive touch.
  • Pastry Brush: To apply egg wash for a golden finish.
  • Mixing Bowl: For mixing the filling ingredients.
  • Knife: To cut out any intricate shapes.
  • Having these tools ready helps ensure your pies turn out great every time. 🎉

Ingredients
  

  • Puff Pastry Sheets store-bought or homemade
  • 1 Cup Cooked Chicken chopped
  • 1/2 Cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1/4 Cup Barbecue Sauce
  • 1 Egg for egg wash
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil optional
  • Chopped Bell Peppers or veggies of your choice

These ingredients come together to create a tasty filling that's perfect for Halloween! 🍴

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven: Set it to 375°F (190°C).
  • Prepare Filling: Mix chicken, cheese, barbecue sauce, and veggies in a bowl.
  • Roll Out Dough: Use a rolling pin to flatten pastry sheets.
  • Cut Shapes: Use Halloween-themed cutters for fun.
  • Add Filling: Place a spoonful of filling on half of the cut shapes.
  • Seal Pies: Place another dough shape on top and seal edges with a fork.
  • Brush with Egg Wash: This helps them turn golden brown.
  • Bake: Place on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 mins.

It's easy to make and super fun to put together. Enjoy seeing them come to life! 👻

    Notes

    Veggie Option: Swap chicken for mushrooms or tofu for a vegetarian option.
    Spices: Add spices like paprika or oregano for extra flavor.
    Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    Make Ahead: Prepare the filling a day ahead to save time.
    These handy tips ensure your Halloween hand pies are a hit every time! 🎈
    Keyword Cheesy chicken pies, Easy Halloween recipes, Festive baked appetizers, Halloween appetizers, Halloween Finger Foods, Puff pastry Halloween snacks, Savory hand pies, Spooky party food