Description
Delight in these creamy chicken-garlic bundles made with tender chicken breast, fragrant garlic, and a rich blend of cream cheese, mozzarella, and heavy cream, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry and baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a comforting main course with a deliciously smooth and flavorful filling.
Ingredients
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Chicken Filling
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into small cubes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Puff Pastry
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the bundles.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil and butter. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent. Then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Cook Chicken: Add the cubed chicken breast to the skillet along with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Cook the chicken thoroughly until it is fully cooked through and no longer pink.
- Create Creamy Filling: Lower the heat and stir in the softened cream cheese and heavy cream, mixing until a smooth, creamy sauce forms. Add the shredded mozzarella cheese and chopped parsley, stirring until the filling is thick and well combined. Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly to prevent sogginess during baking.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet and cut it into equal-sized squares, big enough to hold the filling and fold into bundles.
- Assemble Bundles: Spoon a generous amount of the chicken-garlic mixture into the center of each pastry square. Fold the edges over to seal the filling inside, forming neat bundles. Make sure the edges are securely sealed.
- Egg Wash and Bake: Brush the tops and edges of each bundle with the beaten egg for a golden, glossy finish. Place the bundles on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bundles from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving to enjoy the creamy, flavorful filling and flaky pastry.
Notes
- Add spinach or mushrooms to the chicken filling for additional flavor and texture.
- Ensure the filling is cooled before placing it on the puff pastry squares to prevent the pastry from becoming soggy.
- Use freshly minced garlic for the best flavor impact.
- Store leftover bundles in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain crispness.
