Chicken Breast Wellington

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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Tender chicken breasts wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry with creamy cheese and savory herbs
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Chicken Breast Wellington

Author: chefs-mate Cooking Method: Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 62.8

Description

This Chicken Breast Wellington offers a delightful twist on the classic Beef Wellington, using tender chicken breasts instead. Each breast is seared to lock in juices, then topped with creamy cheese and seasoned with lemon pepper for a bright, zesty finish. The star of the dish is the buttery Pepperidge Farm puff pastry, which bakes into a golden, flaky crust that encases the savory filling. Perfect for a special weeknight dinner or a festive holiday meal, this dish looks impressive but is surprisingly simple to assemble. The combination of crispy pastry, rich cheese, and juicy chicken creates a satisfying texture contrast that will please the whole family. It pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or a simple green salad.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. Allow the puff pastry to come to room temperature so it is easy to roll and handle.
  3. Unfold the puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out slightly if needed to ensure it is flat.
  4. Cut the dough into 4 equal-sized squares, enough to wrap around each chicken breast.
  5. Pat the boneless chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
  6. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Remove chicken from heat and let it cool slightly so it doesn't melt the cheese immediately.
  8. Place one chicken breast in the center of each pastry square.
  9. Top each breast with 2 tablespoons of cream cheese.
  10. Sprinkle with Knorr Swiss Aromat Seasoning and lemon pepper to taste.
  11. Fold the edges of the pastry up and over the chicken, sealing the filling inside completely.
  12. Place the wrapped chicken seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  13. Brush the top of the pastry with melted butter for a golden, glossy finish.
  14. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
  15. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 62.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.8g2%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 5.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 16.0g6%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g25%
Sugars 0.7g
Protein 3.5g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, wellington, puff pastry, cream cheese, lemon pepper, easy dinner, party food, holiday meal, crispy, flaky, comfort food, pepperidge farm, seared chicken, appetizer, main course
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