Chicken and Cheese Puffs

6 servings

80 minutes

Chicken and cheese pastries are an exquisite example of European cuisine, combining the lightness of the dough with the rich flavor of aromatic filling. This dish originates from centuries-old traditions of puff pastry, where pastry chefs aimed for the perfect balance of textures. Tender chicken fillet infused with garlic aroma and sautéed in butter harmoniously complements the spiciness of cheese, creating a soft yet expressive flavor palette. Mayonnaise adds creamy tenderness while the golden crispy crust gives visual appeal to the dish. These pastries are versatile—they can serve as a great snack, festive treat, or quick bite. Their aroma awakens appetite and the juicy filling makes each portion truly memorable.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 532.8
• Proteins: 34.1g
• Fats: 29.7g
• Carbohydrates: 31.8g

Ingredients

• Yeast-free puff pastry: 500 g
• Chicken breast: 600 g
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Cheese: 100 g
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Mayonnaise: to taste
• Butter: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. While the dough is thawing, we prepare the filling.

2. Cut the chicken fillet into small pieces, season with salt and pepper. Melt butter in a pan, add the fillet and fry on high heat for a couple of minutes until all pieces stop sticking and turn white. Reduce the heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken breast: 600 g
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Butter:  to taste

3. Chop one clove of garlic in any convenient way and add it to the chicken. Keep it on low heat for a couple more minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 1 clove

4. While the filling cools, we roll out and cut the dough. It can be in rectangles (I have triangles). It depends on the shape of the pastries you want.

5. Add some mayonnaise to the chicken and mix. Grate the cheese on a coarse grater. Separate the yolk from the white.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mayonnaise:  to taste
   • Cheese: 100 g
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece

6. Place the filling of chicken and grated cheese on the prepared pieces of dough. Brush the edges of the dough with lightly beaten egg white, seal them tightly to prevent the cheese from leaking during cooking. Poke a few holes on top with a fork to prevent puffing.

   Required ingredients:

   • Yeast-free puff pastry: 500 g
   • Chicken breast: 600 g
   • Cheese: 100 g
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece

7. Place the pastries on a baking sheet (better to line it with parchment paper and lightly sprinkle with flour) and brush them with the remaining egg white (for those who prefer a more golden crust - use the yolk).

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 1 piece

8. Place in a preheated oven and bake at medium heat until a golden crust forms, about 20 minutes, depending on the size of the pastries.