Lazy Day Chicken-Cheese Turnovers

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 12

Cheesy and juicy turnovers that are perfect for a lazy day meal

by The Chefin Puff Pastry

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/2 cups rotisserie style chicken , shredded
	1 1/2 1 1/2 cups jarlsberg cheese or 1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese , grated
	1 cup frozen peas
	1 package frozen puff pastry , thawed ( 2 sheets only )
	1 large egg , beaten
	1/4 cup Dijon mustard

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

427

Sugar

Fat

29g

Lazy Day Chicken-Cheese Turnovers are a perfect meal to have on a lazy day. These turnovers are juicy and cheesy, and the combination of flavors will make your taste buds dance. The puff pastry is flaky and crispy on the outside, while the filling is savory and delicious on the inside. The addition of frozen peas gives it a pop of color and an added health benefit. These turnovers can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or main course. They are perfect for sharing with family and friends on a rainy day or any day when you do not want to spend hours in the kitchen. Lazy Day Chicken-Cheese Turnovers are a comfort food that will make you feel warm and satisfied.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.	In a mixing bowl, stir together shredded chicken, grated cheese, and frozen peas.
3.	Unfold the puff pastry sheets and cut each one into four equal squares to make a total of 8.
4.	Brush each square with Dijon mustard, then place 2 heaping tablespoons of the chicken filling on one half of each square.
5.	Fold the other half of the square over the filling to create a triangle shape. Press the edges together with a fork.
6.	Brush the top of each triangle with beaten egg and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
7.	Bake until golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.
8.	Serve hot with your favorite sauce.

PROS

Lazy Day Chicken-Cheese Turnovers are easy to prepare, delicious, and perfect for a quick meal.

CONS

These turnovers are high in calories and fat, as they are made with puff pastry and cheese.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These turnovers contain protein from the chicken and calcium from the cheese. They also contain vitamin A from the peas and antioxidants from Dijon mustard.