Curried Chicken Puffs
Flaky, golden, and bursting with flavor, these Curried Chicken Puffs are a delectable fusion of buttery puff pastry and a savory, spiced chicken filling. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, these hand-held delights feature tender shredded chicken cooked with aromatic spices like curry powder, cumin, and coriander, balanced with the creaminess of yogurt and a hint of fresh cilantro. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these easy-to-make puffs come together effortlessly and bake to crispy perfection in under 25 minutes. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing option at parties, potlucks, or family gatherings. Whether you're a fan of finger foods or bold, exotic flavors, these curried chicken puffs are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 250 grams chicken breast
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons ground coriander
- 0.25 teaspoons turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Boil the chicken breast in salted water until fully cooked (about 10-12 minutes). Let it cool, then shred it into small pieces.
Finely chop the onion, garlic, and ginger.
Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
Add the garlic, ginger, curry powder, ground cumin, coriander, turmeric powder, and sauté for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Mix in the shredded chicken, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Stir in the plain yogurt and cook until the mixture is slightly thickened (about 1-2 minutes). Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.
Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface. Cut each sheet into 6 equal squares.
Place about a tablespoon of the prepared chicken mixture in the center of each square. Fold the pastry diagonally to form a triangle and press the edges with a fork to seal.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 teaspoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush each chicken puff with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Place the puffs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they aren’t touching.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.2 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.6 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 3944 mg | 171% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 88.2 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 199 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1326 mg | 28% | |
*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.
