Braided Chicken, Mozzarella & Basil Puff Pastry
This braided chicken, mozzarella, and basil puff pastry is both elegant and delicious. Its festive appearance and generous filling make it a complete dish that will impress your guests. The paprika and garlic-seasoned chicken, combined with melted mozzarella and fresh basil, is revealed with each bite under a golden, crispy puff pastry. The braiding, simpler than it looks, gives a spectacular result. Easy to make, although requiring a bit of technique for braiding, this pastry is perfect for a family dinner or a brunch with friends.
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Con:
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- 1
Prepare the filling: if the chicken is not cooked, cook and shred it. In a pan, heat the oil and butter, add the chicken, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper. Off the heat, add the basil. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- 2
Add the grated mozzarella to the warm chicken mixture and mix well. Set aside.
- 3
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Unroll the pastry on a floured surface. Cut a central strip 8 cm wide. On the side strips, make oblique cuts to create strips.
- 4
Spread the filling on the central strip. Fold the top and bottom edges of the central strip over the filling. Braid the strips, alternating left and right.
- 5
Brush the pastry with beaten egg, sprinkle with sesame seeds or herbs. Bake on a hot baking sheet for 25 to 30 minutes.
- 6
Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before cutting into thick slices. Serve warm.
- Cooling the filling: Essential to prevent heat from softening the dough, making braiding difficult.
- Dry mozzarella: Use a "pizza type" mozzarella or drain a fresh ball. Too wet mozzarella would soak the dough.
- Braiding: Work quickly so the dough stays cold. If it softens, place the filled (unbraided) pastry in the fridge for 10 minutes before braiding.
- Hot baking sheet: This trick ensures instant cooking start for a perfectly crispy bottom.
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