Chicken Pastry

 

Chicken Pastry Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

• Chicken breast: 250g (boiled and shredded)
• Onion: 1 large (finely chopped)
• Green chilies: 2 (finely chopped)
• Garlic: 2 cloves (minced)
• Ginger: 1 tsp (minced)
• Curry leaves: A few (optional)
• Turmeric powder: 1/4 tsp
• Chili powder: 1/2 tsp
• Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
• Salt: To taste
• Oil: 2 tbsp
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Fresh coriander leaves: 2 tbsp (chopped, optional)

For the Pastry:

• Puff pastry sheets: 500g (store-bought or homemade)
• Egg: 1 (beaten, for egg wash)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Filling:

1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion, green chilies, ginger, and garlic. Sauté until golden brown.
3. Add curry leaves (if using), turmeric powder, chili powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir for 1 minute.
4. Add the shredded chicken and mix well to coat with spices.
5. Squeeze lemon juice and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add fresh coriander leaves, mix, and remove from heat. Let it cool completely.

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2. Prepare the Pastry:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
2. Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut them into squares or rectangles.
3. Place 1-2 tablespoons of chicken filling in the center of each piece.
4. Fold the pastry over the filling to form a triangle or rectangle. Press the edges with a fork to seal.
5. Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

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3. Bake:

1. Place the pastries on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.

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4. Serve:

• Let the pastries cool slightly before serving.
• Enjoy with tomato ketchup or chili sauce!

Tip: You can add mashed potatoes, carrots, or peas to the filling for extra flavor and texture.