Twisted Chicken Wellington

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Twisted Chicken Wellington, a twist on a classic British dish
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

4 sheets puff pastry ( thawed according to package )
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt ( to taste )
pepper ( to taste )
1 large yellow onion ( diced into 1/4 inch or so cubes )
4 -5 garlic cloves , my family likes a lot ( minced , ( to taste )
1 yellow squash ( diced into the same size as onion )
2 green bell peppers ( diced into the same size as squash and onion )
2 tablespoons fresh parsley ( chopped )
1.5 packages cream cheese
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 egg ( beaten into eggwash )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
749
Sugar
6g
Fat
54g
The Chicken Wellington is a classic British dish that's been popularized around the world. This Twisted Chicken Wellington recipe adds a new and exciting twist to the classic dish by including a variety of vegetables and cream cheese to create a rich and savory filling. While the chicken is the star of the dish, the vegetables and cream cheese add a delicious and unique flavor that's sure to impress. This recipe is perfect for a dinner party or special occasion, but it's easy enough to make for a weeknight dinner with your family.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2.In a large skillet, melt the butter and olive oil over medium high heat. Add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned on both sides, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
3.In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic and cook until the onions are translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Add in the yellow squash and green bell peppers and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
4.Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, cream cheese, and Dijon mustard until everything is well combined.
5.On a lightly floured surface, roll out each sheet of puff pastry. Place a chicken breast onto each sheet, then spoon the vegetable-cream cheese mixture on top of the chicken.
6.Fold the pastry around the chicken and vegetable mixture, then seal the edges by pressing with a fork on all sides.
7.Brush the tops of the pastry with the beaten egg, then bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the chicken is fully cooked. Serve immediately.

PROS

The Twisted Chicken Wellington is a flavorful, savory dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

It’s easy to make and a great way to impress your family and friends.

CONS

The puff pastry used in this recipe is high in calories and fat.
While the chicken and vegetables provide some nutritional content, it’s important to enjoy this dish in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Twisted Chicken Wellington includes a variety of nutrient-rich vegetables like yellow squash and green bell peppers which are high in vitamins and minerals like Vitamin C.
Chicken is also a great source of protein, making this dish a satisfying and filling option for any meal.

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