Chicken Parcels

Wrap up dinner in a golden, flaky surprise with these irresistible Chicken Parcels! This recipe combines tender, seasoned chicken breasts with a creamy filling of cream cheese, sautéed baby spinach, and sweet red bell peppers, all encased in buttery puff pastry. The parcels are baked to a perfectly crisp, golden brown, creating a delicate shell that locks in all the juicy flavors. Ready in under an hour, this elegant yet easy dish is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet-style meal. Serve these savory bundles with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a perfectly balanced dinner. Whether you're looking for a creative chicken dish or love the versatility of puff pastry recipes, these Chicken Parcels are guaranteed to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 100 grams Cream cheese
• 50 grams Baby spinach leaves
• 0.5 pieces Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 piece Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in the baby spinach and cook until just wilted. Add a pinch of salt and pepper, then remove from heat.

Step 4

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides. In the same skillet, sear the chicken for 2 minutes per side until lightly browned but not fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into a square large enough to fully enclose a chicken breast.

Step 6

Spread 50 grams of cream cheese onto the center of each pastry square. Top the cream cheese with half of the spinach and pepper mixture for each parcel.

Step 7

Place a seared chicken breast on top of the filling. Fold the corners of the pastry over the chicken to create a neat parcel. Press the edges to seal tightly.

Step 8

Place the parcels seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg using a pastry brush.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious chicken parcels!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(731.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1713.3

Total Fat 102.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 582.8mg	0%
Sodium 2307.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 129.8g	0%

Vitamin D 44.5IU	0%
Calcium 247.6mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1624.0mg	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: 54.0%

Protein: 30.5%

Carbs: 15.6%