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Chicken Wellington

Chicken Wellington: Easy Flaky Pastry Dinner for 4 Servings


  • Author: Curtis James
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Standard

Description

Discover the ultimate Chicken Wellington recipe that combines tender shredded chicken with creamy cheese, sautéed mushrooms, and fresh spinach, all wrapped in golden puff pastry. This easy-to-follow guide walks you through each step, from preparing the flavorful filling to achieving a perfectly flaky crust. Ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions, this dish serves four and offers a satisfying blend of textures and rich, buttery flavor that delights the whole family.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cooked and shredded
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Sauté mushrooms until browned, add spinach and cook until wilted; let cool.
  3. Mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, and mushroom‑spinach mixture; season with salt and pepper.
  4. Roll out puff pastry, place filling in center, fold and seal.
  5. Brush sealed pastry with beaten egg.
  6. Bake 25‑30 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Rest five minutes, slice and serve.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust
  • chill the assembled Wellington before baking. Use a pastry brush for an even egg wash. Resting after baking ensures clean slices.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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