Description
Warm and inviting puff pastry appetizers filled with savory combinations, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package of puff pastry (two sheets)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite blend)
- 1 cup cooked, diced chicken or smoked turkey
- ½ cup finely chopped bell peppers
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets into a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut the pastry into 3-inch squares.
- In a medium bowl, combine shredded cheese, diced chicken or turkey, bell peppers, green onions, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each pastry square.
- Fold the pastry over to create a triangle or rectangle. Press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Place the filled pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Beat the egg and brush it over the tops.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
For best results, use chilled puff pastry and handle it as little as possible for extra flakiness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 appetizer
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg