French-style chicken legs

3 servings

30 minutes

French-style chicken legs are an exquisite dish inspired by French cuisine. Tender chicken legs generously seasoned with salt and spices gain a delightful flavor from the spicy red sweet pepper. The secret of the recipe lies in the pieces of cheese hidden under the skin that create a creamy texture when baked. Wrapped in thin strips of puff pastry, they turn into golden, crispy 'croissants' infused with the aroma of melting cheese. This dish is perfect for a festive dinner or a romantic evening. Baking in the oven gives the legs an appetizing crust while keeping them juicy inside. Served hot, they can be complemented with fresh vegetables or a light sauce. It’s a harmony of textures and flavors where the juiciness of chicken combines with the crunch of pastry and the tenderness of cheese.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 714.7
• Proteins: 30.7g
• Fats: 42.3g
• Carbohydrates: 53.1g

Ingredients

• Chicken legs: 2 pc
• Seasonings: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Puff pastry: 400 g
• Cheese butter: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Rub the chicken thighs generously with salt, spices, and sweet red pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken legs: 2 pieces
   • Seasonings:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste

2. Put a couple of pieces of cheese in the pocket (under the skin).

   Required ingredients:

   • Cheese butter:  to taste

3. Cut puff or dumpling dough into strips and wrap chicken legs in them (like croissants). Brush with egg yolk and place in a greased dish with chicken fat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Puff pastry: 400 g

4. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes.