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Savory Chicken Puff Pastry
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Savory Chicken Puff Pastry
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Savory Chicken Puff Pastry

Experience a savory delight with this chicken puff pastry, featuring flaky, golden layers enveloping a tender, seasoned chicken filling. A symphony of herbs and spices creates a mouthwatering blend of textures and flavors, making each bite a truly savory experience.
#Chicken
#Puff Pastry
#Savory
#Baked
#Snack
#Appetizer
#Party Food
#Easy Dinner
#Comfort Food
#Patties
#Chicken and Cheese
Freshly cooked chicken filling
Freshly cooked chicken filling

Recipe Information

35m
Prep Time
30m
Cook Time
1h 5m
Total Time
8
Servings
Medium
International
English
Nutrition (per serving)
320
Calories
18g
Protein
25g
Carbs
18g
Fat
Puff pastry filled and crimped
Puff pastry filled and crimped

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast
    (boiled and shredded)

    500 grams
  • Puff pastry sheets
    (store-bought, thawed)

    2 sheets
  • Onion
    (finely chopped)

    1 medium
  • Garlic paste

    1 teaspoon
  • Ginger paste

    1 teaspoon
  • Green chilies
    (finely chopped (adjust to taste))

    2 pieces
  • All-purpose flour

    2 tablespoons
  • Milk

    1 cup
  • Cheddar cheese
    (shredded (optional, but recommended for extra flavor))

    1 cup
  • Cooking oil

    2 tablespoons
  • Salt
    (or to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper

    1 teaspoon
  • Red chili powder
    (or to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Turmeric powder

    1 teaspoon
  • Cumin powder

    1 teaspoon
  • Garam masala

    1 teaspoon
  • Dried mixed herbs

    1 teaspoon
  • Fresh coriander
    (chopped, for garnish)

    2 tablespoons
  • Egg
    (beaten, for egg wash)

    1 large
  • Sesame seeds
    (optional, for topping)

    1 tablespoon
Servings: 8
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Puff pastry brushed with egg wash and sesame seeds
Puff pastry brushed with egg wash and sesame seeds

Instructions

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  • 1

    Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
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    Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
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    Don't burn the onions, they should be soft and lightly golden.
  • 2

    Add garlic paste, ginger paste, and chopped green chilies to the pan. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
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    Add garlic paste, ginger paste, and chopped green chilies to the pan. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
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    Ensure not to overcook garlic and ginger, as they can become bitter.
  • 3

    Stir in the shredded chicken, salt, black pepper, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and dried mixed herbs. Cook for 2-3 minutes, mixing well to combine the spices with the chicken.
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    Stir in the shredded chicken, salt, black pepper, red chili powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and dried mixed herbs. Cook for 2-3 minutes, mixing well to combine the spices with the chicken.
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    Taste and adjust seasoning if needed during this step.
  • 4

    Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the chicken mixture and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually pour in the milk, stirring continuously to create a thick, creamy filling. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
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    Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the chicken mixture and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually pour in the milk, stirring continuously to create a thick, creamy filling. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
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    Adding flour helps bind the filling and prevents it from becoming watery. Stir constantly to avoid lumps.
  • 5

    Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chopped fresh coriander and shredded cheddar cheese (if using). Let the chicken filling cool completely before proceeding. This is crucial for easy assembly.
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    Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chopped fresh coriander and shredded cheddar cheese (if using). Let the chicken filling cool completely before proceeding. This is crucial for easy assembly.
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    Cooling the filling prevents the puff pastry from becoming soggy and makes it easier to work with.
  • 6

    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out each puff pastry sheet to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Cut the pastry into squares or rectangles of your desired size (e.g., 4x4 inches).
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    Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out each puff pastry sheet to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. Cut the pastry into squares or rectangles of your desired size (e.g., 4x4 inches).
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    Work quickly with puff pastry to keep it cold. If it gets too warm, chill it in the fridge for a few minutes.
  • 7

    Place a spoonful of the cooled chicken filling onto one half of each pastry square/rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges. Avoid overfilling.
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    Place a spoonful of the cooled chicken filling onto one half of each pastry square/rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges. Avoid overfilling.
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    An overfilled pastry might burst during baking.
  • 8

    Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket. Press down firmly around the edges to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative look and extra seal.
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    Fold the other half of the pastry over the filling to create a pocket. Press down firmly around the edges to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative look and extra seal.
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    Ensure a tight seal to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
  • 9

    Arrange the prepared puff pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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    Arrange the prepared puff pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with the beaten egg wash. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds.
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    Egg wash gives the pastry a beautiful golden-brown color and shine.
  • 10

    Bake for 18-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed up. Serve warm.
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    Bake for 18-25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed up. Serve warm.
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    Oven temperatures can vary, so keep an eye on the pastries to prevent over-baking.
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