Mediterranean Puff Pastry Chicken
Embark on a culinary journey to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with this delightful dish. Flaky puff pastry embraces succulent chicken, marinated in aromatic garlic and layered with vibrant sun-dried tomatoes, fragrant pesto, fresh spinach, and creamy herbed feta. A true symphony of flavors!
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
34 g
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Cholesterol
101 mg
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Fiber
2 g
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Protein
22 g
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Saturated Fat
10 g
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Sodium
524 mg
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Sugar
3 g
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Fat
33 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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In a small bowl, whisk together the crushed garlic and egg yolk. (5 minutes)
02 Step
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Place the chicken breasts in a shallow glass dish and generously spread both sides with the garlic-egg mixture. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. (4 hours to overnight)
03 Step
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Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet. (5 minutes)
04 Step
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On a lightly floured surface, place one half of the thawed puff pastry sheet. Spread 1 cup of chopped spinach in the center of the pastry. (5 minutes)
05 Step
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Remove one marinated chicken breast from the dish, shaking off any excess marinade. Place the chicken breast on top of the bed of spinach. Spread 1 tablespoon of basil pesto over the chicken, followed by half of the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, half of the crumbled herbed feta cheese, and the remaining 1 cup of spinach. (10 minutes)
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Carefully fold the puff pastry sheet around the chicken and filling, using your fingers or a fork to crimp and seal the pastry seam tightly. Place the wrapped chicken, seam-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. (5 minutes)
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Repeat steps 4-6 with the remaining half of the puff pastry sheet, spinach, chicken breast, pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese. (20 minutes)
08 Step
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Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork. (35-40 minutes)
09 Step
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Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
For an extra touch of richness, brush the top of the puff pastry with an egg wash (1 egg whisked with 1 tablespoon of water) before baking.
Feel free to experiment with other Mediterranean-inspired fillings, such as artichoke hearts, Kalamata olives, or roasted red peppers.
Ensure the puff pastry is properly thawed before use to prevent cracking.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 249 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
Rex Willms
Oct 2, 2024Next time I'll add a layer of roasted red peppers. Sounds like it would go perfectly.
Arnaldo Monahan
May 6, 2024My family loved this dish! It's a great way to use up leftover pesto and sun-dried tomatoes.
Alexandria Hyatt
Apr 11, 2024This recipe is amazing! So easy to follow and the chicken was incredibly flavorful.
Berry Kuhlman
Feb 10, 2024I added a little red pepper flakes for a bit of a kick. Delicious!
Destiney Langoshhills
Dec 21, 2023The marinating time is key. Don't skip it!
Karianne Windler
Dec 14, 2023I’ve made this several times now, and it’s always a hit. Thanks for the great recipe!
Wade Ratke
Dec 7, 2023I was a little intimidated by puff pastry, but this recipe made it so simple. Will definitely make again!
Kirsten Beahan
Sep 12, 2023Substituted goat cheese for feta, and it was fantastic!