Best 5 Sweet And Savory Chicken Puff Pastry Shells Recipes

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Chicken puff pastry shells are a quick and easy appetizer or meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of sweet and savory flavors creates a delightful balance that will tantalize your taste buds. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make this delicious dish, from preparing the puff pastry shells to cooking the chicken filling. We will also include tips and tricks for creating the perfect sweet and savory chicken puff pastry shells, as well as suggestions for variations on the recipe to suit your own personal preferences.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PUFF PASTRY SHELLS



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These are fairly simple to make, and once baked the real fun begins, as they can hold so many amazing fillings, both sweet and savory. The key is making sure your puff pastry dough is very firm, and very cold, preferably still partially frozen, before you start cutting it. You want nice clean cuts, because if you mash the layers of pastry together, your shells will not rise as high, and they can also bake into some strange shapes.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons water
4 sheets frozen puff pastry

Steps:

  • Beat egg and water together in a small bowl.
  • Cut two rounds from each sheet of puff pastry using a 3-inch round cutter, forming 8 circles. Use a 2 1/2-inch round cutter to cut through 4 of the rounds. Place entire cut round on top of an un-cut round. Brush each with egg mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1345.8 calories, Carbohydrate 108.8 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 93.1 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 23.6 g, Sodium 617.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SAVORY CHICKEN & VEGETABLE SHELLS



Savory Chicken & Vegetable Shells image

Yes, it's a great dish for company, but kids love dinner in a "shell" too. You'll love how quickly it comes together...convenience products like soup and frozen vegetables help you get this dish on the table in less than an hour.

Time 1h

Yield Serves: 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/4 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into cubes
1 can (10 1/2 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup or (10 1/2 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed 98% Fat Free Cream of Chicken Soup
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
2 cups frozen California vegetable blend (broccoli, cauliflower, carrots)
1 package (10 ounces) Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Shells, prepared according to package directions

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until well browned, stirring often.
  • Stir the soup, milk, thyme, onion powder and vegetables in the skillet and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Spoon the chicken mixture into the pastry shells.

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.

SAUSAGE AND CHICKEN PUFF PASTRY SHELLS



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Turn a boring, ordinary pot pie into a savory chicken and Jimmy Dean® sausage filling piled high on flaky puff pastry shells. Remember to thaw the puff pastry shells overnight in the refrigerator.

Provided by Lela

Time 1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
½ cup chopped baby bella mushrooms
2 (10 ounce) packages Pepperidge Farm Patty Shells-Puff Pastry
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped sweet onion
½ cup vegetable oil, divided
1 (16 ounce) package Jimmy Dean® Premium Pork Regular Sausage
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 ½ cups milk
1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt, or more to taste
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
2 cups shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Melt butter in a pan over medium heat. Cook and stir mushrooms until browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Arrange thawed puffed pastry shells on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Use a knife to remove the tops; reserve.
  • Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add carrots, celery, and onion. Cover and cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are soft, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in mushrooms.
  • Add sausage to a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir with a spatula, breaking apart the sausage until cooked, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat remaining oil in a pot over medium-low heat. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly with a wire whisk, until browned, 2 to 30 minutes. Slowly pour in milk and stir constantly until blended. Add garlic salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and poultry seasoning. Whisk until well blended. Cook and stir gravy until boiling, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Stir the vegetable mixture, sausage, and chicken into the gravy. Taste and add more garlic salt if needed.
  • Spoon a generous serving of the sausage-chicken mixture into the puff pastry shells. Cover with the tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Cholesterol 27.6 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 520.2 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

SAVORY PUFF PASTRY POCKETS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: ricotta cheese, fresh spinach, artichoke heart, salt, pepper, frozen puff pastry, shredded mozzarella cheese, pepperonis, marinara sauce, roasted red pepper, pesto, mozzarella pearls, butter

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Snacks

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup ricotta cheese
½ cup fresh spinach, cooked
½ cup artichoke heart, cooked and chopped
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
1 package frozen puff pastry, thawed
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
8 pepperonis, chopped
3 tablespoons marinara sauce
¼ cup roasted red pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons pesto
4 mozzarella pearls
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, spinach, artichokes, salt, and pepper, and mix until fully incorporated.
  • Lay a sheet of puff pastry dough over the ice cube tray and carefully press into the dough forming it to the ice tray.
  • Place the shredded mozzarella, pepperonis, and marinara in the first four cube divots.
  • Place the roasted red peppers, pesto, and mozzarella pearls in the middle four cube divots.
  • Spoon the ricotta mixture into the last 4 cube divots.
  • Place the other sheet of puff pastry over the ice cube tray and use a rolling pin to seal it. Chill for at least 10 minutes.
  • On a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, invert the ice cube tray releasing the puff pastry pockets.
  • Using a knife, cut any excess dough from the sides.
  • Using a fork, press into the the edges of the pastry and seal.
  • Brush the pastry with butter and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 1 gram

Tips:

  • Use store-bought puff pastry sheets: This saves time and effort, and the results are just as delicious.
  • Roll out the puff pastry dough thinly: This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from becoming too puffy.
  • Don't overfill the puff pastry shells: Too much filling will make them difficult to seal and may cause them to burst.
  • Bake the puff pastry shells until they are golden brown: This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a crispy texture.
  • Serve the puff pastry shells warm: This is when they are at their best, with a crispy shell and a warm, flavorful filling.

Conclusion:

Sweet and savory chicken puff pastry shells are a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack. They can be filled with a variety of ingredients, making them perfect for any occasion. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make these tasty treats at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give these chicken puff pastry shells a try. You won't be disappointed!

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