Braised Pulled Chipotle Pork Hand Pies

Name: Braised Pulled Chipotle Pork Hand Pies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups shredded cooked pork; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup potatoes, diced and boiled 4 minutes; 1-2 chipotles in adobo sauce, minced; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 2-3 rolls prepared pie crust; Cilantro for garnish

Recipe GLPR216c17230d1d92

Mexican

Appetizer

60 min

923 cal

Servings: 4

Oven

Stovetop

SNAP eligible

Tender shredded pork braised in a rich chipotle-infused sauce, combined with soft potatoes and sharp cheddar, then encased in flaky pie crust. These hand pies are perfect for a satisfying meal, with just the right balance of heat and comfort food appeal. Serve warm, topped with fresh cilantro.

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups shredded cooked pork

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups chicken broth

1 cup potatoes, diced and boiled 4 minutes

1-2 chipotles in adobo sauce, minced

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2-3 rolls prepared pie crust

Cilantro for garnish

Directions

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle the flour over the melted butter and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a light roux, until it becomes fragrant and takes on a light brown color.
Gradually pour in the chicken broth while stirring to avoid lumps. Add the minced chipotles in adobo sauce and mix thoroughly. Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add the shredded pork and diced boiled potatoes to the sauce. Stir well to combine, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until heated through and the flavors meld. Remove from heat and fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Let the filling cool slightly.
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Roll out the pie crust and cut out 4-inch rounds or rectangles using a knife or cutter.
Place about 3 tablespoons of the pork mixture on one half of each crust piece, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Fold the crust in half over the filling and press the edges firmly with a fork to seal.
Arrange the hand pies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4.25

This is a solid weeknight hand pie if you buy pre-made pie crust and use rotisserie pork or start with a quick-cooking cut; the stated 60 minutes does not account for braising a whole pork shoulder, which runs 3–4 hours. Chipotle peppers in adobo are standard at all Charlotte chains (Walmart, Harris Teeter, ALDI), and potatoes and cheddar are everyday staples, so no special stops are needed. Cost per serving lands around $3–4 depending on your pork choice and whether you make or buy crust. The real advantage is that these reheat beautifully and freeze well, making them ideal for meal prep or a second dinner from one cook session.