Description
Savory chicken and cheese pastry rolls bring Mediterranean comfort to your table with flaky, golden-brown perfection. Crisp layers of buttery pastry envelop tender chicken and melted cheese, creating a delightful bite you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, minced
Cheese:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon coriander
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
- 2 tablespoons chipotle adobo paste (optional)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatic filling by sautéing diced jalapenos and garlic in a blend of olive oil and butter over medium heat until they release their fragrant essence.
- Introduce minced chicken to the skillet, incorporating spices and chipotle adobo paste, cooking until the meat achieves a rich, golden-brown color and is thoroughly cooked.
- Fold in fresh cilantro and mozzarella cheese, stirring until the cheese melts completely and integrates with the chicken mixture.
- Heat the oven to 400F (200C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide puff pastry sheets into four equal rectangular portions.
- Apply egg wash along the pastry edges to ensure proper sealing.
- Distribute a generous portion of the chicken and cheese filling onto one side of each pastry piece.
- Carefully fold the pastry over the filling, pressing and crimping the edges to create a secure seal.
- Brush the exterior of each roll with additional egg wash for a glossy finish.
- Create small ventilation slits across the top of each pastry roll.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the rolls for added texture and visual appeal.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the pastries transform into a golden-brown, crispy delight.
- Allow the rolls to rest for a few minutes before serving, optionally garnishing with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Customize Heat Levels by adjusting jalapeño quantity or replacing with milder peppers like bell peppers for a kid-friendly version.
- Create Gluten-Free Alternative using gluten-free puff pastry sheets or replacing pastry with almond flour-based wraps for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Maximize Cheese Flavor by mixing different cheese types like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda alongside mozzarella for deeper taste complexity.
- Prep Ahead by making filling up to 2 days in advance and storing in refrigerator, which helps intensify spice and herb flavors before assembling rolls.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Continental
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg