Chili Cheese Hand Pies are a fun and flavorful twist on the classic comfort food combination of chili and cheese, all wrapped up in a flaky pie crust. These hand pies are perfect for snacks, parties, or even a fun family meal. With a savory chili filling and gooey melted cheddar cheese inside a crispy crust, these pies are sure to be a hit!
Chili Cheese Hand Pies
These handheld pies make it easy to enjoy all the goodness of chili in a portable form. They’re great for lunchboxes, game day, or anytime you’re craving something hearty and delicious.
- Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
- Serving: 6 hand pies
- Equipment: Cookie sheet, rolling pin, large stockpot
Recipe Title: Chili Cheese Hand Pies
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon brown sugar or honey
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) box refrigerated pie crusts, thawed
- 3/4 cup (2 oz) shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Directions:
- Cook the beef mixture: In a large stockpot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the chopped onion and green bell pepper and cook until softened, stirring frequently.
- Add spices and beans: Stir in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, oregano, and brown sugar or honey. Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and pinto beans. Let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the pie crusts: Roll out the pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Using a bowl as a template, cut 3 large circles from each crust. Combine the dough scraps, roll them out again, and cut more circles from the re-formed dough.
- Fill the hand pies: Place the dough circles onto a cookie sheet. Spoon 3-4 tablespoons of the chili mixture onto the center of each circle and top with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Seal the pies: In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush the edges of each pie circle with the egg wash before folding the dough in half to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges together with the back of a fork to seal the pies.
- Prepare for baking: Use the tines of a fork to poke three small holes in the tops of each pie to allow steam to escape. Brush the tops of the pies with the remaining egg wash.
- Bake the hand pies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pies are golden brown on top.
- Serve and enjoy: Let the hand pies cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy these delicious, cheesy, and savory pies hot!
Chili Cheese Hand Pies are the perfect grab-and-go snack or meal. The combination of the rich chili filling and flaky crust makes these pies irresistible for both kids and adults alike.