Mediterranean Puff Pastry Chicken

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 2

Mediterranean Puff Pastry Chicken Recipe with Sun-dried Tomatoes and Spinach

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 tablespoons crushed garlic
	1 egg yolk
	2 cups chopped fresh spinach
	2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
	2 tablespoons basil pesto
	1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
	1/4 cup crumbled herbed feta cheese
	1 frozen puff pastry sheet , thawed , cut in half

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

872

Sugar

Fat

53g

This Mediterranean-inspired recipe puts a flavorful twist on classic chicken and pastry dishes. The combination of fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese creates a burst of flavors and textures. The puff pastry provides a light and crispy shell to hold the ingredients inside, adding an extra layer of texture and crunch. This recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner at home, or it can be scaled up for a larger gathering. Serve it with a light salad or some roasted vegetables to complement the flavors of the chicken and pastry.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.
2.	Mix garlic and egg yolk together in a bowl.
3.	Add chopped spinach and mix again.
4.	Lay chicken breast halves flat and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
5.	Spread basil pesto onto each chicken breast.
6.	Cover each breast with chopped sun-dried tomatoes and crumbled feta cheese.
7.	Place each chicken breast in the center of a pastry half.
8.	Spread half of the garlic and spinach mixture on top of each chicken breast.
9.	Fold the pastry over the chicken and tuck the edges under the chicken.
10.	Place on a baking sheet and brush the top of each pastry with the remaining garlic and spinach mixture.
11.	Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until pastry is golden brown and chicken is cooked through.

PROS

This delicious Mediterranean Puff Pastry Chicken is an easy-to-make main course that tastes amazing!
The pastry provides a crunch that compliments the juicy chicken inside.

The recipe is quick to put together and can be served with a variety of sides, making it a versatile option.

CONS

One potential downside of this recipe is that it is quite high in calories, due in part to the puff pastry.

It is also quite high in fat and might not be the best option for people who are watching their saturated fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mediterranean Puff Pastry Chicken contains a variety of health benefits.
The spinach and sun-dried tomatoes are packed with nutrients such as vitamin K, potassium, and lycopene.
The chicken in this recipe provides a good source of protein, and the feta cheese adds a dose of calcium and other important nutrients.
However, due to the high calorie and fat content of the recipe, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a healthy, balanced diet.