Learn How to Make a Delicious Chicken Puff Pastry

Chicken puff pastry is a delicious option for an afternoon snack or a sophisticated dinner, especially on those days when you want to innovate in the kitchen. Let’s get to the recipe!

Ingredients for chicken puff pastry:

• 1.1 lbs (approx. 500g) shredded chicken;
• 1 medium onion, diced;
• 1 large carrot, diced;
• 1 can of corn (drained);
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil;
• Salt to taste;
• Black pepper to taste;
• 1 cup cream cheese or Brazilian-style requeijão;
• Puff pastry sheets;
• 1 egg yolk.

How to make chicken puff pastry:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) before starting the preparation;
2. In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat;
3. Add the onion and sauté until translucent;
4. Add the diced carrot and sauté for a few more minutes until it softens slightly;
5. Add the shredded chicken to the pan and season with salt and black pepper to taste;
6. Mix well to incorporate the ingredients;
7. Add the corn and mix again;
8. Stir in the cream cheese until you get a smooth, creamy mixture;
9. Turn off the heat and set aside;
10. Roll out the puff pastry on a smooth, clean surface;
11. Cut into 2 rectangles large enough to hold the filling;
12. Place a portion of the chicken filling in the center of one pastry rectangle;
13. Cover with the second rectangle, forming a pocket, and press the edges with your fingers or a fork to seal;
14. Place the pastry pocket on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper;
15. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk and brush gently over the surface of the puff pastry for a golden finish;
16. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and crispy;
17. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving;
18. Enjoy!

Pro Tip:

If you like, you can make small decorative cuts on the surface of the dough before baking.

Did you know?

This savory chicken pastry is often referred to as a “Chicken Wellington,” a twist on the famous British “Beef Wellington.” It is believed the original dish was created in honor of the Duke of Wellington, a 19th-century military hero, while this chicken version emerged later as a more accessible and versatile alternative.

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