Chicken En Croute

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Ingredients

  • 3 whole chicken breasts, skinned and boned
  • 1 1/2 c. chicken broth
  • 6 thin slices ham
  • 1/2 c. sherry wine
  • Dijon style mustard
  • crushed, dried tarragon
  • 6 thin slices Swiss cheese
  • 6 frozen puff pastry shells, defrosted

Instructions

  1. Poach the chicken breasts in chicken broth and sherry for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender. Cool and drain. Split chicken breasts in half lengthwise and wrap each piece in a thin slice of ham; coat it with a thin layer of Dijon style mustard. Sprinkle with tarragon and wrap in cheese. Place thawed puff pastry shells on a lightly floured surface; roll out each into a 4 inch circle. Wrap each chicken breast with a pastry circle. Wet edges with water, crimp and seal. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until puffed and golden. Serves 6.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

125 kcal 6% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.7g 23% DV
Total Fat 4.3g 6% DV
Carbs 13.8g 5% DV
Fiber 2.4g 8% DV
Sugar 0.5g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 187mg 8% DV
Potassium 855mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 16.5mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 190.3mcg 21% DV
Vitamin C 18.8mg 21% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 318mg 24% DV
Iron 8.5mg 47% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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