Best 8 Creamed Chicken In Pastry Shells Recipes

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Welcome to the world of creamy goodness and flaky pastry! Creamed chicken in pastry shells is a classic dish that combines the savory flavors of chicken in a creamy sauce, all wrapped in a golden, buttery pastry. Whether you're looking for a comforting meal to warm you up on a chilly evening or a delightful dish to serve at a special occasion, creamed chicken in pastry shells is sure to satisfy. In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating this culinary masterpiece, providing you with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and a few variations to suit your taste preferences. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious journey together!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMED CHICKEN IN PATTY SHELLS



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My mom's tasty creamed chicken makes a wonderful main dish, and when you add extra vegetables, it becomes an entire meal. The recipe might look long, but it's well worth the effort. -Mared Metzger Beling, Eagle River, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
8 cups water
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons pepper, divided
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen puff pastry shells
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup small fresh broccoli florets
5 tablespoons butter, cubed
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, bring the chicken, water, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken from broth; cool. Remove meat from bones; cut into cubes and set aside. Discard skin and bones. Drain broth and skim fat; set aside 1 cup broth (refrigerate remaining broth for another use)., Bake pastry shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute the mushrooms, green pepper and broccoli in butter until tender; sprinkle with flour. Gradually stir in milk and reserved broth until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the pimientos, paprika, reserved chicken and remaining salt and pepper. Cook and stir until heated through. Spoon into pastry shells.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 41g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 941mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

CREAMED CHICKEN IN PUFF PASTRY SHELLS



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Make and share this Creamed Chicken in Puff Pastry Shells recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Patty9901

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb chicken breast, boneless
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen puff pastry shells
1 cup mushroom, sliced
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup broccoli floret
5 tablespoons butter
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Braise chicken in chicken broth until cooked (about 20-30 minutes). Cut into cubes.
  • Strain broth and set aside.
  • Bake pastry shells according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute the mushrooms, green pepper and broccoli in butter until tender; sprinkle with flour.
  • Gradually stir in milk and about 1 cup of the reserved broth until blended.
  • Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Add the pimientos, paprika, chicken, salt and pepper.
  • Cook and stir until heated through.
  • Spoon into pastry shells.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 827.1, Fat 55.9, SaturatedFat 19.1, Cholesterol 85.2, Sodium 605.9, Carbohydrate 54.5, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1.7, Protein 27.1

CREAMED CHICKEN IN PASTRY SHELLS



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This recipe requires a little effort, but it's definitely worth the time. It's special enough to serve to guests, but if I saved it just for company, my family would not be happy.-Dona Glover, Rockwall, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings (2 shells each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen pastry shells
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped green pepper
6 tablespoons butter, divided
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
4 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Bake pastry shells according to package directions; set aside. In a skillet, saute the celery, onion and green pepper in 1 tablespoon butter for 10 minutes or until tender. Remove from the heat and set aside., In a large saucepan, melt the remaining butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and salt until smooth. Gradually add the milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in soup until blended. Add the chicken, mushrooms, pimientos and sauteed vegetables; mix well., Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and almonds. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly. Spoon into pastry shells.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 749 calories, Fat 45g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 138mg cholesterol, Sodium 1152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

OLD-FASHIONED CREAMED CHICKEN



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Make and share this Old-Fashioned Creamed Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon dry sherry
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breasts
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
salt
black pepper
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (or chopped scallion)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until bubbling, about 1 minute.
  • Whisk in the broth, half-and-half, and sherry.
  • Bring to a boil, whisking frequently.
  • Decrease to a simmer and cook, stirring, until nice and thick, 3-5 minutes.
  • Stir in the chicken, the thyme, and salt and pepper to taste, and warm through.
  • Serve garnished with parsley or scallions.
  • Serve over egg noodles, toast, or waffles.

CREAMED CHICKEN



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Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey

Categories     breakfast, brunch, sauces and gravies, main course

Time 20m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup rich chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the flour, stirring with a wire whisk. When blended, add the broth, stirring rapidly with the whisk. Let the mixture simmer, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add the cream, salt, pepper, nutmeg and cayenne.
  • Add the chicken and reheat gently. Serve on waffles or toast.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 367, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 480 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CREAMED CHICKEN FOR BISCUITS



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Cooked chicken breast meat simmered with cream, chicken broth, almonds and peas in a lightly seasoned mixture perfect for pouring over hot biscuits.

Provided by sal

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅓ cup butter
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups heavy cream
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups cooked, chopped chicken breast meat
2 cups frozen green peas, thawed and drained
1 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour, then add broth, cream, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix together and cook until thickened. Stir in chicken, peas and almonds. Heat through and serve over hot cooked biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Cholesterol 146.5 mg, Fat 40.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 23.9 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 449.3 mg, Sugar 3 g

CREAMY CHICKEN PASTRY RECIPE



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Show off with our Creamy Chicken Pastry Recipe. Puff pastries are topped with chicken, mushrooms and a chive and onion sauce in this chicken pastry recipe.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen puff pastry shells (6 shells)
2 Tbsp. butter
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1-1/2 cups chopped OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Flame Grilled Chicken Breast Strips
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion Cream Cheese Spread
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1/3 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Bake pastry shells as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Add mushrooms; cook 6 to 8 min. or until tender, stirring frequently. Add chicken; cook 3 to 5 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; set aside.
  • Heat milk in large saucepan. Add cream cheese spread; cook and stir 2 to 3 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Add chicken mixture and parsley; cook 2 to 3 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently.
  • Remove center cutout from each pastry shell; set aside. Spoon chicken mixture into shells, adding about 1/2 cup chicken mixture to each shell; sprinkle with nuts. Top with pastry cutouts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 750 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 22 g

NANCY'S CHICKEN IN PUFF PASTRY



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Chicken breasts with herbed cream cheese, wrapped in puff pastry and baked. A very easy but delicious dish, good for company! This recipe is derived from a dish my mother-in-law makes.

Provided by BURKH007

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
salt and pepper to taste
4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese with chives
4 puff pastry shells

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and place in hot oil; cook for 5 minutes, turning to brown evenly. Remove skillet from heat.
  • Roll out pastry shells as thinly as possible so that it is big enough to fit around a chicken breast. Spread 2 ounces of cream cheese on one chicken breast, place in the center of a pastry sheet; fold the pastry around the chicken, and pinch the pastry edges together very tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Place the pastry-wrapped chicken breasts on a greased baking sheet.
  • Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 118.6 mg, Fat 37.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 556.8 mg, Sugar 4 g

Tips:

  • To make the creamed chicken filling, use a combination of light and dark meat chicken for the best flavor.
  • Be sure to cook the chicken until it is no longer pink in the center.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in the creamed chicken filling, such as celery, carrots, and peas.
  • Season the creamed chicken filling with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
  • To make the pastry shells, use a pre-made pie crust mix or make your own from scratch.
  • Be sure to roll out the pastry dough thinly so that it is easy to work with.
  • Use a cookie cutter to cut out circles of pastry dough that are large enough to fit inside the muffin tins.
  • Press the pastry dough circles into the muffin tins and trim the edges.
  • Fill the pastry shells with the creamed chicken filling and bake until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  • Let the creamed chicken in pastry shells cool slightly before serving.

Conclusion:

Creamed chicken in pastry shells is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make this dish that is sure to please everyone.

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