Rivka's Vol Au Vents

Elevate your appetizer game with Rivka's Vol Au Vents, a show-stopping recipe that combines the buttery flakiness of puff pastry with a rich, savory filling. These elegant, golden pastries are baked to perfection, then filled with a luscious mixture of tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a creamy garlic-infused sauce, all lightly seasoned with thyme. Perfectly portioned for six servings, this recipe offers an impressive yet surprisingly simple preparation, requiring just 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of baking. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these vol-au-vents deliver gourmet flavor and stunning presentation, making them the ideal centerpiece for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or any special occasion. Whether you're crafting a memorable appetizer or indulging in a luxurious snack, Rivka's Vol Au Vents are sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Cooked chicken breast
• 1 cup Mushrooms
• 1 clove Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets. Use a round cookie cutter (about 4 inches) to cut 12 circles. For 6 of the circles, use a smaller cutter to remove the center, creating rings.

Step 3

Stack one puff pastry ring onto each full circle and press lightly to seal. Place on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Beat the egg and brush it over the pastry. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until puffed and golden. Remove and let cool slightly.

Step 5

While the pastry cools, prepare the filling. Heat butter in a pan over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and mushrooms until golden (about 5 minutes).

Step 6

Add the flour to the pan and stir for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream, creating a smooth mixture.

Step 7

Add the cooked chicken, thyme, salt, and pepper to the pan. Stir and let the filling simmer gently for 5 minutes until thickened.

Step 8

Carefully spoon the filling into the center of each vol-au-vent. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(910.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1855.4

Total Fat 125.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 570.7mg	0%
Sodium 2383.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 85.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 84.8g	0%

Vitamin D 165.6IU	0%
Calcium 404.8mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 1314.1mg	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: 62.2%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 19.0%