Chicken, Potato and Cheese Puff Pastry Pockets
These crispy half-moon pastries hide a creamy filling of fresh cheese, tender potatoes and savory chicken, all topped with melted mozzarella. Perfect for a quick dinner or a friendly meal, they come together in just 15 minutes with budget-friendly ingredients. The golden puff pastry and stretchy cheese make this a comforting dish the whole family will love. Serve hot with a rocket salad for a fresh touch. A real gourmet success!
Double Compartment 9L Air Fryer – 8-in-1
€69.99
Pros:
- Two independent baskets for simultaneous cooking
- Smart Finish technology for synchronized cooking end time
- Intuitive touchscreen with automatic programs
Con:
- Takes up more countertop space
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Unroll the puff pastry on its baking paper and cut into two half circles. Prick the surface with a fork.
- 2
Spread the fresh cheese over each half circle, leaving a border.
- 3
Distribute the cooked potato cubes over the cheese. Season with salt, pepper and dried parsley.
- 4
Add the chicken pieces and green olive slices.
- 5
Sprinkle with grated mozzarella, then fold the pastry edges inward, pinching to form a rim.
- 6
Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 20 minutes until the pastry is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Save time by using leftover cooked potatoes from the day before. Make sure they are well drained.
- Seafood variation: replace chicken with smoked salmon strips or flaked tuna. Add salmon after baking.
- Use garlic and herb fresh cheese for extra flavour.
- Serve these pastries with a walnut rocket salad or cherry tomatoes.
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