Chicken, Brie & Asparagus Parcels

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 3

Melt-in-the-mouth Chicken, Brie & Asparagus Parcels

by The Chefin Poultry

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 chicken breast fillets , halved
	8 sheets phyllo pastry
	1 can asparagus spear
	125 g brie cheese , sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

658

Sugar

Fat

45g

These Chicken, Brie & Asparagus Parcels are a delicious and moreish way to enjoy asparagus when it's in season. The combination of juicy chicken breast, creamy brie and perfectly cooked asparagus is a match made in heaven. When wrapped up in crispy, buttery phyllo pastry, these parcels become a memorable meal that is sure to impress. This recipe is a great one to try out if you're looking to cook something special for a dinner party or romantic meal at home. It's easy enough to whip up in 45 minutes but impressive enough to feel like a real treat.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan) mark 6. Cut each chicken breast into 3 equal-sized pieces and set aside.
2.	Cut each sheet of phyllo pastry lengthways into 3 strips, then once crossways, so you have 6 long rectangles per sheet.
3.	On a clean work surface, lay out a rectangle of pastry, brush with melted butter all over then place another rectangle on top, brushing the top of that one with more butter.
4.	Arrange a few asparagus spears in the middle of the pastry rectangle, then top with a chicken piece and a slice of brie.
5.	Fold the long sides of the pastry over the chicken and brie, then the short ends, to create a parcel. Place on a baking sheet seam-side down and repeat with the remaining pastry and filling. Brush the parcels with a little more melted butter.
6.	Bake the parcels for 20-25min until the pastry is crisp and golden and the chicken is cooked through. Serve.

PROS

This recipe produces delicious parcels that are crispy on the outside and melt-in-the-mouth tender on the inside.

The combination of chicken, asparagus and brie is a flavour sensation.

CONS

The use of phyllo pastry makes these parcels fairly high in calories and fat, so it’s best to enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains a good source of protein, making it a great option for building and maintaining muscle mass.
The asparagus is also a good source of fiber, which can help improve digestion and support gut health. Brie cheese contains calcium and phosphorus which can be beneficial to bone and teeth health.