In this article, we will satisfy your taste buds with a delectable culinary creation: chicken vol au vents with sweet and sour salsa. This dish combines the savory flavors of tender chicken nestled within flaky pastry shells, topped with a tantalizing sweet and sour salsa that offers a harmonious balance of flavors. Savor the crunch of the vol au vents and the juicy, succulent chicken, all while being tantalized by the vibrant and tangy salsa. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply seeking an unforgettable meal, this recipe will guide you step-by-step in creating a dish that will leave your taste buds dancing and begging for more.
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CREAMY CHICKEN VOL-AU-VENT
My friends and I have been getting together for "ladies lunches" for years. These vol-au-vents are the perfect no-fuss fancy food; they look complicated, but are actually simple and fun to make. Whenever I think of good friends and good company, I think of these savory pastries. -Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, unfold 1 puff pastry sheet. Using a 3-1/4-in. round cutter, cut out six circles. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet., Unfold the remaining pastry sheet. Cut 6 more circles out with the 3-1/4-in. round cutter; with a 2-1/2-in. cutter, cut centers out of the circles. Place the rings on top of the circles that are on the baking sheet. Place the center circles also on the baking sheet. In a small bowl, whisk egg and water; brush over pastries. Chill 15 minutes. Bake until dark golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Add leeks and pepper to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until tender, 5-7 minutes. Reduce heat to low; stir in bacon, chicken, cream cheese, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until blended; remove from heat., When cool enough to handle, hollow out pastries with a small knife. Fill with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with parsley and pepper. Serve with small center pastries on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 669 calories, Fat 45g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
CHICKEN VOL-AU-VENTS WITH SWEET AND SOUR SALSA
Classy enough for a dinner party but simple and quick enough for any occasion. Has an interesting contrast of hot versus cold and sweet & sour versus savory tastes. The salsa and vol-au-vents can be prepared in advance making it a quick one to pop in the oven as guests arrive. Please note the preparation time does not include the 30 minutes of refrigeration time for the salsa. The quantity of chicken and cheese will vary a little bit depending on the size of the cases, so fill them by eye using the directions rather than bothering to measure them out.
Provided by Peter J
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Make salsa by mixing together ingredients from pineapple to vinegar together thoroughly in a bowl.
- Place in refrigerator for 30 minutes or more.
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C), set the baking sheet to be around the middle of the oven.
- Place a piece of cooked chicken in each case that fills it to about half way.
- Top with a little cheese, it will melt down a bit during cooking but leave some room at the top for the salsa to be added after cooking.
- Bake filled vol-au-vents case on a baking sheet for 10-15 minutes until cheese has melted, keeping an eye on it to make sure the vol-au-vent cases don't burn.
- Top each evenly with the salsa mix (about 3/4 teaspoon each) and serve.
VOL AU VENTS
Steps:
- Put the stock and bay leaf in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, and turn off the heat.
- Melt the butter in a saute pan and fry the onions for 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until shrunken, dark and golden. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Sprinkle over the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the wine and cook until it disappears. Pour over the stock, add the chicken and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Stir in the creme fraiche and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the parsley.
- Spoon the chicken mixture into the vol au vent shells and serve.
SWEET SALSA CHICKEN
"My family loves this saucy Southwestern-style chicken, and it fits well within my sensible meal plan," Joanne Watters from Cobourg, Ontario shares. "Add fresh pasta and a tossed salad, and a satisfying dinner is served!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Pour 1-1/2 cups into a large resealable plastic bag; add the chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade. , Drain and discard marinade from chicken. Place the chicken in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; top with reserved marinade. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 179° Remove chicken and keep warm. , In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; stir in pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken.,
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1039mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.
CHICKEN VOL-AU-VENTS
I first used this recipe as an entree for two on Valentines Day. It was given to me by a family friend. You can also use a pack of 6 or 12 mini vol-au-vents as appetizers. Since then I have made them again and I didn't have tarragon so I used sage. So I think you can put your favourite spice instead of the tarragon as the sage worked well. I didn't have cream so I used cream cheese. I had a question regarding vol-au-vent cases and after researching on many web pages and even posting a question in the forum. I found out that vol-au-vent cases are the same thing as puff pastry shells. So if you are using puff pastry shells please follow the instructions on the pack. As in Australia the vol-au-vent cases come on the shelf (pre-cooked, ready to use) not the freezer.
Provided by Chef floWer
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 20m
Yield 2 Large Vol-au-Vent cases
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven at 180oc.
- Saute garlic, spring onions, tarragon and seasoings in the butter for 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat, add sliced chicken and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add wine and cream and bring to the boil.
- Combine cornflour with water, then add to the chicken and stir until thickened.
- Spoon into the vol-au-vent cases
- Heat in the oven for 5 mintes.
- Serve it hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.1, Fat 53.5, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 135.7, Sodium 707.2, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 33
Tips:
- For the perfect puff pastry, use a high-quality butter and make sure it is very cold before rolling it out.
- To make the chicken vol-au-vents ahead of time, cook the chicken and vegetables and assemble the vol-au-vents. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, or freeze them for up to 2 months. When ready to serve, bake the vol-au-vents according to the recipe instructions.
- For a vegetarian version of this dish, omit the chicken and add more vegetables, such as mushrooms, zucchini, or bell peppers.
- Serve the chicken vol-au-vents with a variety of dipping sauces, such as sweet and sour sauce, honey mustard, or ranch dressing.
Conclusion:
Chicken vol-au-vents with sweet and sour salsa is an elegant and delicious appetizer or main course. The combination of flaky puff pastry, tender chicken, and sweet and sour salsa is sure to please everyone at your table. With a little planning, this dish can be made ahead of time, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
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