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Chicken Wellington

A delightful dish combining tender chicken breast with flaky puff pastry, perfect for special occasions and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 lb total)
  • 1 package puff pastry sheets (14 oz, thawed) Make sure it's properly thawed for easy rolling.
  • 2 cups baby spinach (fresh)
  • 1 cup cremini mushrooms (finely chopped)
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard (for flavoring the chicken)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for the sauce)
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (for the sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme or parsley (for the filling and garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Spread Dijon mustard on each piece of chicken.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet, sauté the chopped mushrooms until they are soft. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface. Cut it into squares large enough to wrap around each chicken breast.
  3. Place a spoonful of the spinach and mushroom mixture on the puff pastry, then place the chicken on top. Wrap the pastry around the chicken, sealing the edges.
  4. Place the wrapped chicken on a baking sheet and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown.
  5. While the chicken is baking, make the sauce. Combine heavy cream and chicken broth in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens. Stir in thyme or parsley for flavor.

Notes

Store leftover Chicken Wellington in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through. You can add cheese for extra flavor or try adding garlic or onion to the mushroom mixture.