Pesto Cheese N Chicken Bundles
Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Pesto Cheese N Chicken Bundles—a perfect harmony of tender chicken, creamy pesto-cheese filling, and golden, flaky puff pastry. This dish combines the rich, savory flavors of mozzarella and pesto with a delightful crunch from the pastry shell, making every bite a gourmet experience. With just 20 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of baking, this recipe is ideal for a weeknight treat or an impressive dinner party entrée. Each bundle is beautifully wrapped and brushed with an egg wash for a golden sheen, then briefly seared for extra flavor before finishing in the oven. Serve these elegant bundles alongside a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables for a complete and unforgettable meal. Keywords: pesto chicken recipe, puff pastry chicken, stuffed chicken bundles, easy gourmet dinner ideas, dinner party recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup pesto sauce
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 sheets frozen puff pastry sheets, thawed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper and use a meat mallet to gently flatten them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, mix the pesto sauce, cream cheese, and shredded mozzarella until well combined.
Spoon an equal portion of the pesto-cheese mixture onto the center of each chicken breast. Roll up each chicken breast tightly around the filling, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one puff pastry sheet and cut it into two squares (if too small for the chicken, roll slightly to enlarge). Repeat with the second sheet, making a total of four squares.
Place a stuffed chicken breast in the center of each puff pastry square. Gently fold the pastry edges over the chicken, ensuring it is fully enclosed. Pinch the edges to seal tightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over each pastry-wrapped chicken bundle.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear each bundle briefly on all sides for a golden exterior. Then place them seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Let the bundles rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your flavorful and flaky Pesto Cheese N Chicken Bundles!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.6 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.8 g | 264% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 932 mg | 311% | |
| Sodium | 4083 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | ||
| Protein | 258.2 g | 516% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 843 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 2264 mg | 48% | |
*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.
