Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breasts: 500g (about 1 pound)
- Garlic: 3-4 cloves, minced
- Cheddar Cheese: 100g (about 4 ounces)
- Puff Pastry Sheets: 2 sheets
- Fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme) for seasoning
- Salt and Black Pepper
- 1 egg, beaten, for sealing the rolls
- Butter or cooking oil for greasing the baking dish
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 45 minutes
- Total: 1 hour 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Pound the chicken breasts lightly to tenderize and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix the minced garlic, cheese, and fresh herbs. Set aside.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets. Cut each sheet into four squares.
- Place a piece of chicken in the center of each pastry square. Top with the garlic cheese mixture.
- Fold the pastry over the chicken and seal the edges with the beaten egg.
- Place the rollups in a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the pastry is golden and the chicken is cooked through.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
- Calories: Approx. 400-500 per serving (depending on additional ingredients used)
- Fat: Moderate
- Carbohydrates: Depends on pastry usage
- Protein: High (from chicken)
- Fiber: Moderate (from vegetables and pastry)
Dish Characteristics:
- A combination of garlic and cheese flavors with tender chicken wrapped in a crispy pastry shell.
- A perfect blend of flavors and textures, appealing to both the taste and sight.
- Easy to prepare and cook, making it suitable for a family meal or a gathering of friends.
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The combination of flavors was spot on." - John Doe, New York City
- "The pastry was crispy and the chicken was tender, a great combination." - Jane Smith, San Francisco Bay Area
- "I love how easy this dish is to make yet so impressive for guests." - Michael Johnson, Los Angeles County
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Handle the pastry sheets carefully to avoid breaking them while rolling and folding.
- For a healthier option, you can use low-fat cheese and reduce the amount of pastry used per rollup.
