Heart-Healthy Classic Vol-au-Vent

Elevate your dining experience with this *Heart-Healthy Classic Vol-au-Vent*, a modern twist on the beloved French appetizer. Made with wholesome whole wheat puff pastry, these golden, flaky shells are filled with a creamy yet guilt-free mixture of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and fragrant thyme, all brought together with a velvety low-fat Greek yogurt base. This lighter take on a classic ensures bold flavors while keeping sodium and saturated fat in check, making it perfect for heart-conscious eaters. With its irresistible combination of textures and nutrients, this recipe is as elegant as it is nutritious, ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself to a sophisticated (and healthy) meal. Ready in under an hour and beautifully customizable, this dish pairs effortlessly with a crisp green salad or your favorite white wine.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 sheets whole wheat puff pastry sheets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 piece chicken breast, skinless and boneless
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 stalk celery stalk, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 100 grams white mushrooms, sliced
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons low-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Unroll the whole wheat puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Using a round cookie cutter (about 3 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the pastry. For half of the circles, use a smaller cutter to cut out the centers, creating rings.

Step 3

Place the full circles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the edges with a little water, then place a ring on top of each, pressing lightly to adhere.

Step 4

Bake the pastry shells in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden and puffed. Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, celery, and garlic, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 6

Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes until the mushrooms are soft.

Step 7

Cut the chicken breast into small, bite-sized pieces and add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

Step 8

Add the low-sodium chicken broth, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes until reduced slightly.

Step 9

Stir in the low-fat Greek yogurt and chopped parsley, mixing well until the filling is creamy and well-combined. Remove from heat.

Step 10

To assemble, spoon the warm chicken and vegetable filling into the center of each baked puff pastry shell. Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy vol-au-vent!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1064.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1132.7

Total Fat 61.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 153.3mg	0%
Sodium 1904.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 78.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 72.6g	0%

Vitamin D 48.8IU	0%
Calcium 236.4mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 1866.1mg	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: 47.9%

Protein: 25.0%

Carbs: 27.1%