Description
Chicken & Cranberry Wellington with Brie and Walnut Crust is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, tart cranberries, creamy brie, and crunchy walnuts, all wrapped in a flaky puff pastry. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish offers a symphony of flavors that will impress your guests while being simple enough for novice cooks to master. Each bite offers a balanced taste that is both comforting and elegant, making it an unforgettable centerpiece for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 8 oz creamy brie cheese
- ½ cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme or rosemary
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté diced chicken until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Add cranberries and walnuts to the skillet with soy sauce; cook until the cranberries burst (3-4 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in brie cheese and herbs until slightly melted.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface. Spoon chicken mixture onto one half of the pastry. Fold the pastry over and seal edges with an egg wash.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush more egg wash on top, and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (170g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg