What makes these pasties different from regular pastries or empanadas?

Instead of traditional pastry, Cynthia uses white bread dipped in milk and coated in breadcrumbs before frying. This creates a unique texture – crisp on the outside, soft beneath the coating, and never heavy. The filling is classically Indonesian, with chicken and vegetables seasoned simply for balance rather than spice overload.

Why do kids love these so much?

They’re hand-held, crunchy, and filled with familiar flavours like chicken and carrots – no strong spices to put them off. The shape and texture feel a bit like chicken nuggets, but more wholesome and homemade, making them a hit with younger eaters.

Can these pasties be served as part of a meal, or just as snacks?

They’re incredibly versatile. On their own, they’re perfect for a quick snack, but you can also serve them with a crisp salad for a light meal, or alongside rice and sambal for a more traditional Indonesian-style plate. They also work beautifully as part of a mezze or finger food spread when entertaining, where their crunchy coating and savoury filling make them a standout.

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4.9

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars

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Cynthia's Chicken Pasties

Name: Cynthia's Chicken Pasties
Brand: Cynthia
SKU: CTAN005-4
Price: 21.0 AUD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (47 reviews)

$21.00

Golden Indonesian Pasties – A Family Favourite

These Indonesian chicken pasties are Cynthia’s family’s take on the traditional pastie – a recipe loved across generations. A savoury filling of chicken, carrots, green beans, and onion is wrapped in soft white bread, dipped in milk, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried in rice bran oil until golden. The result is an irresistible contrast: a crisp, crunchy exterior with a pillowy layer underneath, giving way to a tender, flavourful interior. Unlike typical pastry-based snacks, this bread-and-crumb coating makes Cynthia’s pasties unique – lighter than a pie, but more substantial than a fritter.

A firm family favourite, especially with the younger generation, these pasties are as versatile as they are delicious. Enjoy them for breakfast, as a 3pm pick-me-up, a pre-dinner nibble, or part of a mezze platter when entertaining. If you’ve loved our Dutch Croquettes, you’ll find the same crave-worthy crunch and comfort here – just with an Indonesian twist. Oven reheating restores their golden crunch in minutes, making them a quick, wholesome option any time of day.

Cooked with ❤ by Cynthia

Preparation Instructions

Step 1 - Defrost overnight
Step 2 - Preheat Oven 190°C
Step 3 - Bake 7-10mins

Ingredients & Allergens

Ingredients: Bread, Milk, Chicken, Breadcrumbs, Carrots, Rice bran oil, Onions, Green beans, White pepper, Salt, Garlic

Contains: Milk, Gluten, Eggs

Serving Size, Spice & Suggestions

🍴 x4 Pasties per serving (300g)

🎉 Best served as a snack, as part of a mezze platter or with a salad as a light meal.

🌶️ Spice Level -Not spicy

About Your Cook

Hi I'm Cynthia,
Cooking just puts me in the best mood. Almost always when I’m in the kitchen I’ll have 70s music playing in the background – “Oh, What a Night” never gets old! Cooking is important to me because it is therapeutic. Nothing works as a better stress-reliever and nothing is more therapeutic than getting in the kitchen and cooking good wholesome food. I love cooking because absolutely nothing makes me happier than feeding my loved ones and seeing people enjoy my cooking.Discover Cynthia's other meals

Storage & Delivery

This dish has been handmade with love in small batches by Cynthia, before being freshly frozen for your convenience.

Keep frozen for up to 2 months from purchase, once thawed keep refrigerated and serve within 48 hours.

We deliver across NSW, VIC, SA, ACT and QLD. To check if we deliver to you enter your postcode and suburb in the delivery checker at the top of our page. ☝🏻

Perfect For....

• Quick, crispy snacks that kids and adults both love
• Entertaining with unique Indonesian-inspired finger food
• Breakfast, light meals, after school, or anytime cravings
• Fans of Dutch Croquettes looking for something new

Handmade with Love by Accredited Local Cooks

Freshly Frozen for Your Convenience

Ready in Under 10 Mins

: Instead of traditional pastry, Cynthia uses white bread dipped in milk and coated in breadcrumbs before frying. This creates a unique texture – crisp on the outside, soft beneath the coating, and never heavy. The filling is classically Indonesian, with chicken and vegetables seasoned simply for balance rather than spice overload.
: They’re hand-held, crunchy, and filled with familiar flavours like chicken and carrots – no strong spices to put them off. The shape and texture feel a bit like chicken nuggets, but more wholesome and homemade, making them a hit with younger eaters.
: They’re incredibly versatile. On their own, they’re perfect for a quick snack, but you can also serve them with a crisp salad for a light meal, or alongside rice and sambal for a more traditional Indonesian-style plate. They also work beautifully as part of a mezze or finger food spread when entertaining, where their crunchy coating and savoury filling make them a standout.

4.9

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars

Based on 47 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 43 Total 4 star reviews: 4 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 0 Total 1 star reviews: 0

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Kate
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3 days ago
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Cynthia's Dutch Croquettes
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great as a entree
These were really enjoyable. We had them without a dipping sauce and they were still very tasty. Will be ordering more and experimenting with different dipping sauces
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Thanks so much for your review Kate!
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Lynette E.
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1 month ago
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Cynthia's Chicken Pasties
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Surprise packages.
Tasty filling and light pastry. Certainly recommend
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Min
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Cynthia's Dutch Croquettes
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5 Stars
Absolutely delish, I really enjoyed the croquettes
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Anne P.
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2 months ago
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5 Stars
This were a great tasty lunch. Very yummy and enjoyed by everyone. Thank you, Cynthia
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Loved the chicken pasties, served for a light meal with salad. Def buy again
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We proudly deliver across NSW, ACT, VIC, SA and QLD. All orders are delivered in Eco-friendly Silversheen Liners and Recyclable Boxes with ice packs.

Delivery dates and rates are dependant on your location. Please check your delivery dates int he delivery checker at the top of the page.

We proudly deliver across NSW, ACT, VIC, SA and QLD. All orders are delivered in Eco-friendly Silversheen Liners and Recyclable Boxes with ice packs.

Delivery dates and rates are dependant on your location. Please check your delivery dates int he delivery checker at the top of the page.

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