Description
Cheesy chicken and broccoli puffs bring comfort and creativity to classic appetizers, blending savory flavors in a golden, flaky pastry. Crispy edges and melted cheese promise a delightful bite you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein and Vegetables:
- 1 cup (150 g / 5.3 ounces) cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup (100 g / 3.5 ounces) broccoli florets, finely chopped
Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 cup (100 g / 3.5 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup (60 g / 2.1 ounces) cream cheese, softened
Pastry and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Warm the cooking chamber to 400F (200C) and arrange a parchment-lined baking surface for optimal pastry preparation.
- Create a harmonious filling mixture by thoroughly blending diced chicken, finely chopped broccoli, sharp cheddar, creamy cream cheese, aromatic garlic powder, subtle onion powder, and seasoning until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gently unfurl the delicate puff pastry on a lightly dusted work surface, carefully dividing the sheet into eight symmetrical rectangular sections.
- Strategically position a generous spoonful of the prepared filling at the center of each pastry segment, then artfully fold the corners inward, meticulously sealing the edges by pressing and crimping to prevent filling escape.
- Delicately paint each assembled parcel with a whisked egg coating, ensuring a lustrous, golden-brown exterior that promises a crisp and elegant finish.
- Slide the prepared pastry parcels into the preheated oven, allowing them to transform for 15-18 minutes until they emerge beautifully puffed and radiantly golden.
- Allow the savory puffs a brief moment to cool, then serve immediately as a delightful appetizer or light meal accompaniment, optionally paired with a complementary dipping sauce.
Notes
- Swap chicken with tofu or plant-based protein for a vegetarian version that keeps the creamy, cheesy texture.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like mozzarella or gouda to customize flavor profiles and add depth.
- Enhance nutritional value by adding finely chopped spinach or bell peppers into the filling for extra vitamins and color.
- Prevent soggy bottoms by ensuring filling isn’t too wet and using a preheated baking sheet to crisp the pastry quickly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg