Herbed Chicken in Pastry

Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Herbed Chicken in Pastry, a show-stopping recipe that combines tender, seasoned chicken breasts with the flaky decadence of golden puff pastry. Packed with creamy garlic and herb-infused cream cheese, each chicken bundle is wrapped in buttery pastry and baked to perfection, resulting in a crispy exterior and flavorful, juicy interior. Featuring fresh parsley and thyme for a vibrant herbal kick, this dish is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a gourmet meal at home. Ready in under an hour and easy to make, this dish pairs beautifully with a crisp side salad or roasted vegetables, offering an elegant yet approachable main course for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
• 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Sear the chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes on each side until lightly golden. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the cream cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme leaves until well combined.

Step 5

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out each puff pastry sheet to roughly 12 x 12 inches. Cut each sheet in half to create 4 rectangular pieces in total.

Step 6

Spread 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each pastry rectangle. Place one seared chicken breast on top of the mixture.

Step 7

Fold the pastry over the chicken, tucking in the edges to seal it completely. Place the wrapped chicken seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over each pastry-wrapped chicken to give it a golden finish.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed, and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Pair with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	968.8 grams (968.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2246

Total Fat 112.50g	144%
Saturated Fat 43.90g	219%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.60g
Cholesterol 918mg	306%
Sodium 3760mg	163%
Total Carbohydrate 65.20g	24%
Dietary Fiber 3.00g	11%
Total Sugars 4.30g
Protein 232.60g	465%

Vitamin D 58IU	291%
Calcium 199mg	15%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 365mg	8%

*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: 45.9%

Protein: 42.2%

Carbs: 11.8%