Chicken Puff

Flaky, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Chicken Puffs are the ultimate savory snack or appetizer for any occasion. Featuring tender, spiced chicken cubes cooked with aromatic Indian-inspired spices like cumin, garam masala, and turmeric, the filling is made irresistibly creamy with a touch of cream cheese. Encased in buttery puff pastry, these pockets of deliciousness come together with just a quick egg wash for a golden finish. Perfectly portioned for handheld enjoyment, they’re easy to make, taking only 50 minutes from start to finish. Serve these delectable puffs fresh out of the oven, garnished with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, for a crowd-pleasing treat that pairs wonderfully with your favorite dipping sauces. Whether you’re hosting a party or craving a comforting snack, this Chicken Puff recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Boneless chicken breast
• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 Green bell pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garam masala
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 100 grams Cream cheese
• 1 Egg
• 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, garlic, and green bell pepper.

Step 3

Cut the chicken breast into small cubes.

Step 4

In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the chopped green bell pepper and continue to sauté for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Add the chicken cubes to the pan, along with salt, black pepper, cumin powder, coriander powder, chili powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala.

Step 7

Cook the chicken until it's fully cooked and no longer pink inside, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 8

Once cooked, take the pan off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 9

Mix in the cream cheese until well combined and creamy.

Step 10

Unroll the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut each into 6 equal squares.

Step 11

Place a tablespoon of the chicken filling in the center of each square.

Step 12

Fold each square into a triangle and press the edges with a fork to seal.

Step 13

Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the tops of the puffs with the egg wash to give them a golden color.

Step 14

Place the puffs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 15

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry is golden and puffed.

Step 16

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(786.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1717.2

Total Fat 115.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g
Cholesterol 512mg	0%
Sodium 4072.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 93.0g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 255.5mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1549.0mg	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: 59.5%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 19.2%