Chicken, Ham and Swiss Cheese Baked in Puff Pastry

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Chicken, Ham and Swiss Cheese Baked in Puff Pastry: A Savory and Satisfying Meal
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 chicken breasts , boneless and skinless
seasoning salt
black pepper ( or use white salt )
1 sheet puff pastry ( use half of a package or use the 2 sheets for 8 pastries )
1 egg
1 tablespoon cold water
8 teaspoons Dijon mustard
4 slices cooked ham
4 slices swiss cheese ( can 8 slices , 2 slices for each pastry )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
799
Sugar
2g
Fat
50g
Chicken, Ham and Swiss Cheese Baked in Puff Pastry is a savory and satisfying meal that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. The combination of tender chicken, savory ham, and creamy Swiss cheese is baked inside a flaky puff pastry shell to create a delicious and hearty main course that will have your family and friends asking for seconds. This meal is perfect for a family dinner or a romantic date night in and is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2.In a large skillet, heat the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
3.Season the chicken breasts with seasoning salt and black pepper, and place them in the skillet.
4.Cook the chicken until it is browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5.Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it cool for a few minutes.
6.On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheet into a rectangle.
7.Cut the pastry into 4 rectangles and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
8.Whisk the egg and water in a small bowl, and brush the edges of each pastry rectangle with the egg mixture.
9.Spread 2 teaspoons of Dijon mustard on each pastry rectangle.
10.Place a slice of cooked ham on each pastry rectangle.
11.Place a chicken breast on each pastry rectangle.
12.Top each chicken breast with a slice of Swiss cheese.
13.Fold the pastry over the chicken and cheese, pinch the edges to seal, and brush the top with the egg mixture.
14.Bake for 18-20 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through.
15.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This meal is easy to make and perfect for a family dinner or a romantic date night in.

The combination of chicken, ham and cheese in a buttery and flaky puff pastry shell is absolutely delicious.

CONS

This meal is high in calories and fat and should be enjoyed in moderation.

It may not be suitable for those on a low-carb or gluten-free diet due to the puff pastry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this meal is not particularly healthy, it does provide a good source of protein from the chicken and contains some calcium and other nutrients from the cheese.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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