Spooky Chicken Sausage Hand Pies
Get ready to impress your guests with these Spooky Chicken Sausage Hand Pies, the perfect Halloween treat that combines savory flavors in a fun and festive way. These delightful hand pies feature a delicious filling of chicken sausage, melted cheese, and spices, all enveloped in a flaky crust. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or enjoying a cozy night in, these easy-to-make hand pies are sure to please everyone. Customize their shapes using Halloween-themed cookie cutters and serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauces for an unforgettable experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken sausage
- 1 cup shredded cheese (sharp cheddar or preferred)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 package pie dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken sausage until browned.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, and black pepper; cook for another minute.
- Mix in the shredded cheese until melted and combined.
- Roll out the pie dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.
- Cut shapes with cookie cutters or use a glass for circles.
- Place a spoonful of filling on one half of each shape; fold over and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg for an egg wash.
- Bake on a greased baking sheet for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hand pie (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg