Pesto Chicken Puff Pasties
Indulge in the flaky, buttery perfection of Pesto Chicken Puff Pasties—an effortless yet elegant recipe that’s perfect for appetizers, lunches, or light dinners. Featuring a savory filling of tender shredded chicken tossed with rich, aromatic basil pesto and gooey mozzarella cheese, these handheld delights are wrapped in golden, puffed pastry for a mesmerizing crunch in every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep and a simple folding technique, these pasties deliver gourmet flavor with minimal effort. Whether you’re hosting a party or craving comfort food with a twist, these Pesto Chicken Puff Pasties are a crowd-pleasing fusion of crisp pastry and creamy, herby goodness.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 0.5 cups Basil pesto
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 sheets Frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
- 1 large Egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until the ingredients are evenly coated.
Step 3
Lightly dust a clean surface with flour. Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets to smooth them out. Cut each sheet into 6 equal squares (for a total of 12).
Step 4
Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the chicken-pesto mixture onto the center of each pastry square.
Step 5
Fold each square diagonally to form a triangle. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal. Make small slits on top of each pasty to allow steam to escape during baking.
Step 6
Transfer the sealed pasties to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the beaten egg for a golden finish.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
Step 8
Remove the pasties from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (872.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2367.2 |
| Total Fat 135.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 707.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3519.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 72.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.1g | |
| Protein 200.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 45.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1339.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2045.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories