CHICKEN BAKES (Greggs Chicken Puff Patties)
Description
Indulge in the savory delight of homemade Chicken Bakes Puff Patties - a crispy and creamy treat that bursts with flavorful chicken, cream cheese, and double cream filling, encased in golden puff pastry layers. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, these patties are a delightful snack or meal option for any occasion. Treat yourself to a taste sensation that will leave you craving for more!
Ingredients
- 200 Chicken g Breast
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup Chicken Stock
- 3 tbsp Cornflour Slurry (water & 2 tbsp cornflour)
- Salt & Pepper
- 1/4 cup Double Cream
- 3 tbsp Cream Cheese
- 1 Egg (for egg wash)
- 22 Square Puff sheets
Instructions
- 1. Begin by preparing the chicken breast. Cut it into thin strips and then chop it into small cubes to ensure even cooking and optimal flavor distribution.
- 2. In a pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it is completely melted and begins to sizzle.
- 3. Add the chopped chicken pieces to the melted butter in the pan. Cook the chicken until the color changes from pink to a light golden brown, indicating that the chicken is partially cooked.
- 4. Pour in the chicken stock into the pan with the chicken. Allow the chicken to simmer in the stock until it becomes tender and fully cooked. Let the stock reduce until it is almost dried up, intensifying the flavors.
- 5. Prepare the cornflour slurry by mixing water and 2 tablespoons of cornflour together. Add this slurry to the pan to thicken the gravy, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- 6. Once the gravy has thickened to your desired consistency, add the double cream. When the mixture starts bubbling, season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- 7. Add the cream cheese to the mixture and allow it to melt down, creating a creamy and flavorful filling. Turn off the heat once the cream cheese is fully incorporated.
- 8. Remove the pan from the heat and let the chicken filling cool down completely. This step allows the flavors to meld together and the filling to set.
- 9. Take a 4-inch square pastry sheet and spoon the cooled chicken filling into the center of the sheet, ensuring an even distribution of the mixture.
- 10. Brush the edges of the pastry sheet with the egg wash, which acts as a glue to seal the pastry layers together.
- 11. Place another pastry sheet on top of the filled one and press down gently to seal the edges. Use a fork to create decorative marks along the edges, ensuring a secure closure.
- 12. Place the assembled Chicken Bakes Puff Patties on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush the top with egg wash for a golden finish.
- 13. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake the Chicken Bakes Puff Patties for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 14. Once baked to perfection, remove the Chicken Bakes Puff Patties from the oven and serve them hot, savoring the delicious flavors and textures of this savory pastry dish.
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