Chicken Spinach Parcels
Indulge in the savory perfection of Chicken Spinach Parcels, a golden, flaky puff pastry delight packed with tender chicken, creamy spinach, and a luscious blend of cream cheese and Parmesan. Perfect for a quick family dinner or an elegant appetizer, this recipe combines juicy, garlic-seasoned chicken and wilted spinach into a rich and creamy filling, all wrapped in buttery puff pastry. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these parcels are easy to make yet look beautifully gourmet. Brushed with an egg wash for a golden crust, they bake to crispy perfection in just 25 minutes. Serve warm and watch them disappear—ideal for satisfying hungry guests or delighting picky eaters alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
- 150 grams Fresh spinach leaves
- 100 grams Cream cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 20 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Dice the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces.
In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the diced chicken to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked. Season with salt and black pepper, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a separate skillet, wilt the spinach over medium heat, stirring until it has reduced in volume (about 2-3 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool. Squeeze out any excess moisture from the spinach.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, wilted spinach, cream cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well to form a cohesive filling.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into rectangles (about 4 pieces per sheet).
Place a generous spoonful of the chicken and spinach mixture onto the center of each rectangle.
Fold the corners of the pastry over the filling to create a parcel, pinching the edges firmly to seal. Repeat for all parcels.
Beat the egg in a small bowl. Brush the egg wash over the top of each parcel for a golden finish.
Place the parcels on the baking tray, leaving some space between each.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and allow the parcels to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Chicken Spinach Parcels warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
449 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.1 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.3 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 635 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 503 mg | 11% | |
*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.
