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Chicken Wellington

Irresistibly Juicy Chicken Wellington for a Cozy Dinner Night

This Chicken Wellington marries juicy chicken, savory mushrooms, and prosciutto in flaky pastry, creating a gourmet dining experience at home.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Gourmet
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breast Boneless thighs may work well as a substitute.
  • 250 grams Mushrooms Finely chopped; can substitute with sautéed spinach.
  • 2 pieces Shallots Regular onions can be used.
  • 2 cloves Garlic No substitutions recommended.
  • 100 grams Prosciutto Bacon is a great alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard No substitutions recommended.
Pastry
  • 1 roll Puff Pastry High-quality all-butter pastry recommended.
  • 1 piece Egg Yolk A whole egg or milk can also be used.
Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Butter

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • plastic wrap
  • Parchment Paper
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by seasoning the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then sear each side of the chicken for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and let the chicken cool completely.
  2. In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add finely chopped mushrooms, shallots, and minced garlic, cooking until the mixture thickens to a paste-like consistency, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  3. Lay out slices of prosciutto on plastic wrap, overlapping them. Spread the cooled duxelles evenly over the prosciutto, then place the cooled chicken in the center. Roll tightly in plastic wrap and chill for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Roll out the puff pastry to about 1/8-inch thickness. Place the chicken roll in the center of the pastry. Wrap the pastry around the chicken and seal edges. Chill for an additional 10 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Transfer the wrapped Chicken Wellington to a baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix egg yolk with water and brush the mixture over the pastry. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure both the chicken and duxelles mixture are completely cooled before wrapping in pastry to prevent sogginess. Use high-quality all-butter puff pastry for the best result.

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