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Chicken pastel becomes easier to make in this baked version topped with a golden puff pastry crust. The creamy filling brings together chicken, chorizo, and vegetables, then bakes under a flaky, buttery layer. Using store-bought puff pastry skips the need for making crust from scratch, so you can focus on the filling and get this comforting dish on the table with ease.
About the Recipe
- Nut free
- Pregnancy safe
Ingredients
1
Servings
( 32 )
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 1 piece chicken breast (diced)
- 2 pieces chorizo (diced)
- 1/2 piece carrot (diced)
- 1 piece potato (peeled and diced)
- 1 (29-gram) Knorr Ginataang Gulay Recipe Mix
- 1/2 cup green peas
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
- 1 cup spinach (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose cream
- 1 piece egg , beaten
- 1 pack puff pastry (rolled into a ½-inch-thick sheet)
- 1 cup water
Nutrition Facts
- Amount per Serving
| Title | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 123.7 kcal |
| Fat | 10.38 g |
| Carbs | 2.59 g |
| Protein | 5.13 g |
Creamy Macaroni Salad
Ingredients
1
Servings
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- 1 piece chicken breast (diced)
- 2 pieces chorizo (diced)
- 1/2 piece carrot (diced)
- 1 piece potato (peeled and diced)
- 1 (29-gram) Knorr Ginataang Gulay Recipe Mix
- 1/2 cup green peas
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
- 1 cup spinach (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose cream
- 1 piece egg , beaten
- 1 pack puff pastry (rolled into a ½-inch-thick sheet)
- 1 cup water
Nutrition Facts
- Amount per Serving
| Title | Amount per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 123.7 kcal |
| Fat | 10.38 g |
| Carbs | 2.59 g |
| Protein | 5.13 g |
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Puff pastry transforms creamy chicken pastel into a comforting baked pie while keeping preparation simple. The light, layered dough expands in the oven to create a crisp, airy crust that contrasts beautifully with the creamy filling underneath. Because it’s ready-made, it also helps home cooks achieve a bakery-style finish without the extra work of making a crust from scratch.
Tips for Assembling and Baking Chicken Pastel
For the best results, assemble the dish once the filling has developed a creamy consistency. A thick sauce prevents excess moisture from seeping into the crust and helps the puff pastry bake crisp instead of turning soggy. After baking, let the pastel rest briefly so the sauce settles and each serving scoops out neatly.
How to Serve This Baked Chicken Pastel Pie
Serve this chicken pastel as the centerpiece of family meals or gatherings with friends. Balance its richness with fresh sides like roasted vegetable salad, creamy macaroni salad, or an Asian summer vegetable salad.