Flaky Chicken Puff Pastries Recipe

Flaky Chicken Puff Pastries are a delightful blend of crispy, buttery layers wrapped around a creamy, savory chicken filling. Perfect as appetizers, snacks, or even a light meal, these golden parcels are easy to make yet impressively delicious. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving something comforting and flaky, this recipe brings the bakery-style goodness right to your kitchen.

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)

• 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp paprika (optional)

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• ½ cup frozen peas and carrots (optional)

• 3 tbsp cream cheese or ¼ cup heavy cream

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or coriander (optional)

For the Pastries:

• 1 pack (about 400g) puff pastry sheets, thawed

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• Flour for dusting

• Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Filling:

     • In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent.

     • Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

     • Stir in the shredded chicken, peas and carrots (if using), salt, pepper, and paprika.

     • Mix in cream cheese or heavy cream until the mixture is creamy and well combined.

     • Remove from heat and let it cool completely before filling the pastries.

  2. Assemble the Pastries:

     • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

     • Lightly flour your work surface. Roll out the puff pastry sheets slightly and cut into equal squares (about 4×4 inches).

     • Place a spoonful of chicken filling in the center of each square.

     • Fold each square into a triangle or rectangle. Press edges with a fork to seal.

     • Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

  3. Bake:

     • Place pastries on the prepared baking tray.

     • Bake for 18–22 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.

     • Tips:

       • You can freeze assembled pastries before baking for a quick future snack.

       • Add shredded cheese into the filling for extra richness.

       • Serve with a side of garlic mayo or chili sauce for dipping.

       Enjoy the flaky, creamy goodness in every bite!