Description
These Healthy Chicken Salad Puffs combine tender shredded chicken with crisp celery and sweet grapes, all wrapped in flaky puff pastry. Perfect as a light meal or party appetizer, this recipe balances creamy mayonnaise with fresh ingredients for a deliciously satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
Chicken Salad Filling
- 3 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 1/2 cup quartered red grapes
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven according to the puff pastry package instructions, typically to 375°F (190°C) to ensure the pastry bakes evenly and becomes golden and flaky.
- Cook Chicken: Cook the chicken breasts by boiling in simmering water or grilling until fully cooked through, about 15 minutes. Let them cool completely before shredding to prevent excess moisture in the filling.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, finely diced celery, quartered red grapes, and mayonnaise. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, mixing gently until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Prepare Puff Pastry: On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet to smooth and slightly thin it. Using a round cutter or a glass, cut the pastry into circles roughly 3 to 4 inches in diameter.
- Assemble Puffs: Place about one tablespoon of the chicken salad mixture in the center of each pastry circle. Fold the pastry over to create a half-moon shape and carefully seal the edges by pressing with a fork to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- Bake: Arrange the filled puffs on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the pastry is puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Adding chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts adds a nice crunch.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooled before mixing to prevent soggy pastry.
- These puffs can be served warm or at room temperature, making them ideal for parties.
- Use frozen puff pastry; thaw in the refrigerator before use for best results.
