Chicken Apricot Bundles
Treat your taste buds to the perfect balance of savory and sweet with these irresistible Chicken Apricot Bundles! Juicy chicken breasts are stuffed with a creamy thyme-infused cheese mixture and plump dried apricots, then wrapped in flaky, golden puff pastry for a stylish, crowd-pleasing dish that's deceptively easy to make. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is ideal for elegant dinners, festive occasions, or a weeknight indulgence. The combination of fresh herbs, creamy filling, and buttery pastry creates an unforgettable medley of flavors and textures. Pair these stunning bundles with a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables for a meal that's as impressive as it is delicious. Perfectly portioned and oven-baked to golden perfection, they're guaranteed to be the star of your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 pieces dried apricots
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Flatten each chicken breast by placing it between two sheets of plastic wrap and using a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound it to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese with the chopped fresh thyme, salt, and ground black pepper.
Place three dried apricots and a dollop (about 1 tablespoon) of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each chicken breast. Fold the sides of the chicken over the filling and secure with toothpicks, if necessary.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into two large squares.
Place a stuffed chicken breast in the center of each pastry square. Fold the edges of the pastry over the chicken, sealing tightly by pinching the seams together. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the tops and sides of each pastry-wrapped chicken bundle.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Allow the bundles to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Carefully remove any toothpicks, if used, and enjoy your Chicken Apricot Bundles!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2365 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.9 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.4 g | 167% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 872 mg | 291% | |
| Sodium | 2438 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.3 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.8 g | ||
| Protein | 236.4 g | 473% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 3070 mg | 65% | |
*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.
