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Sweet Hawaiian Chicken Hand Pies

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These easy homemade hand pies feature tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and melty cheese wrapped in a flaky, golden pastry. Perfect for parties, snacks, or lunchboxes, they’re a crowd-pleaser that’s quick to make and fun to eat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks, drained and chopped (fresh or canned, patted dry)
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup Hawaiian BBQ sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 sheets refrigerated pie crust (about 14 oz total; thaw if frozen)
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, pineapple chunks, diced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, shredded cheese, Hawaiian BBQ sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Mix until evenly coated. If the filling is watery, drain off excess juice.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, unroll the refrigerated pie crusts. Gently roll each to about 1/8-inch thick.
  4. Use a 4-5 inch round cookie cutter or glass to cut circles from the dough. Re-roll scraps once if needed to get 10-12 rounds.
  5. Place 2-3 tablespoons of filling in the center of each round. Don’t overfill.
  6. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon. Press edges firmly, then seal with a fork. Make 2-3 small slits on top for steam to escape.
  7. Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon water. Brush the tops of the pies with the egg wash.
  8. Arrange pies on the prepared baking sheet, about 1 inch apart. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Rotate the pan halfway through baking.
  9. Let the pies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Don’t overfill the pies to prevent bursting. Seal edges well with a fork, and chill assembled pies for 10 minutes before baking if your kitchen is warm. Both fresh and canned pineapple work—just drain and pat dry. For a gluten-free version, use GF pie crust. For dairy-free, use vegan cheese. These pies freeze well and reheat best in the oven.

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