Chicken and Pear Turnovers

Delight your taste buds with these savory-sweet Chicken and Pear Turnovers—a creative twist on classic puff pastry recipes. This easy yet elegant dish pairs tender shredded chicken and caramelized pears with creamy cheese for a filling that’s bursting with flavor. The puff pastry shells bake to golden perfection, delivering a flaky, buttery crust that contrasts beautifully with the rich and slightly sweet interior. Infused with a touch of honey and seasoned just right, these turnovers make for an impressive appetizer, light lunch, or even a weeknight dinner. With just 25 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a blend of gourmet sophistication and everyday simplicity. Serve these irresistible turnovers warm and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets (thawed)
• 1.5 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
• 1 medium Ripe pear (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 4 oz Cream cheese (softened)
• 0.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 1 Egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced pear and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened. Stir in honey, ground black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Cook for another 2 minutes to lightly caramelize the pears, then remove from heat.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, cooked pear mixture, and remaining salt. Mix until evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Unroll the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut each sheet into 4 equal squares (8 squares total).

Step 5

Place about 2 tablespoons of the chicken and pear mixture in the center of each puff pastry square.

Step 6

Brush the edges of each pastry square with beaten egg, then fold the square diagonally to create a triangle. Press the edges together firmly, crimping with a fork to seal.

Step 7

Transfer the turnovers onto the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden, glossy finish.

Step 8

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the turnovers are golden brown and puffed.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(861.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2050.0

Total Fat 118.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 686.9mg	0%
Sodium 2121.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 143.8g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 620.8mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1374.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 28.4%

Carbs: 18.7%