5-ingredient chicken and fig wellingtons

Delight in these simple yet delicious 5-ingredient Chicken and Fig Wellingtons. This easy recipe features tender chicken breasts wrapped in flaky puff pastry, served with a side of vibrant broccoli and juicy cherry tomatoes. Perfect for a quick, gourmet meal at home!

  • 25 Apr 2024
  • Cook time 30 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 5 Ingredients

5-ingredient chicken and fig wellingtons

If you're looking for an elegant yet simple meal, this 5-ingredient Chicken and Fig Wellingtons recipe is a perfect choice. The combination of juicy chicken, delicate puff pastry, and savory figs creates a dish that is both rich in flavor and visually impressive, while still being easy to prepare. Paired with a healthy side of broccoli and cherry tomatoes, it’s a complete meal that’s sure to impress your family or guests.

Ingredients:

4 chicken breasts
470g
3 sheets puff pastry
750g
1 short spray cooking spray oil
0.30g
16 oz broccoli
450g
1.50 cups cherry tomatoes
270g

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Thaw the puff pastry sheets if they are frozen.
- Wash the cherry tomatoes and broccoli.
2. Prepare Chicken Breasts:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper (optional).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and spray it lightly with cooking spray oil.
- Sauté the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides but not fully cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
3. Assemble Wellingtons:
- Roll out each puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut each sheet into large enough pieces to wrap around the chicken breasts.
- Place one chicken breast in the center of each piece of pastry.
- Fold the pastry over the chicken, tucking in the edges to seal.
4. Bake:
- Place the wrapped chicken breasts seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Make a few small cuts on top of each wellington to allow steam to escape.
- Brush the tops with a little more cooking spray or a beaten egg for a shiny finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
5. Prepare Vegetables:
- While the wellingtons are baking, steam the broccoli until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Roast the cherry tomatoes in a separate baking dish with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper at 400°F (200°C) for about 10-12 minutes or until they are slightly blistered.
6. Serve:
- Remove the chicken and fig wellingtons from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Slice each wellington if desired and serve with the steamed broccoli and roasted cherry tomatoes on the side.

Tips:

- Ensure the chicken breasts are of uniform thickness for even cooking. You can use a meat tenderizer to flatten them if needed.

- Thaw the puff pastry sheets in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before you start cooking to make them easier to work with.

- Use a light spray of cooking oil on the puff pastry to enhance the golden-brown color during baking.

- You can add a layer of fig jam or fresh, thinly-sliced figs on top of each chicken breast before wrapping them in puff pastry for added sweetness and depth of flavor.

- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for a perfectly cooked Wellington.

- For added crispiness, you can brush the puff pastry with an egg wash (1 beaten egg mixed with 1 tablespoon of water) before baking.

- Roast the cherry tomatoes with a bit of olive oil, salt, and pepper to bring out their natural sweetness and intensify the flavor.

- Steam the broccoli until just tender to maintain its vibrant color and nutritional value.

There you have it! A delicious 5-ingredient Chicken and Fig Wellington served with fresh broccoli and cherry tomatoes. This meal is not only sophisticated but also incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just treating yourself to a special evening, this recipe is sure to be a hit. Enjoy your culinary creation!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size490 grams
Energy
Calories 1240kcal50%
Protein
Protein 44g29%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 100g27%
Fiber 6g17%
Sugar 4.77g5%
Fat
Fat 72g89%
Saturated 11g37%
Cholesterol 90mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 50ug5%
Choline 130mg24%
Vitamin B1 0.83mg69%
Vitamin B2 0.83mg64%
Vitamin B3 20mg122%
Vitamin B6 1.26mg74%
Vitamin B9 200ug49%
Vitamin B12 0.25ug10%
Vitamin C 110mg125%
Vitamin E 2.23mg15%
Vitamin K 150ug126%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 80mg6%
Copper, Cu 0.37mg0%
Iron, Fe 6mg57%
Magnesium, Mg 90mg22%
Phosphorus, P 460mg36%
Potassium, K 1010mg30%
Selenium, Se 77ug136%
Sodium, Na 570mg38%
Zinc, Zn 2.41mg22%
Water
Water 270g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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