Name: Chicken Cordon Bleu Pastry Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 320 g puff pastry, thawed if frozen, cut into 12 squares; 250 g diced cooked chicken, rotisserie or leftover works perfectly; 150 g diced cooked ham, preferably quality deli ham; 150 g shredded Swiss cheese, or Emmental for authentic flavor; 100 g cream cheese, softened to room temperature; 60 g sour cream, adds tanginess and moisture to the filling; 2 tsp Dijon mustard, the signature flavor of cordon bleu; 1/2 tsp garlic powder, for subtle depth; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground preferred; 1 egg, beaten for brushing; 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Description

These golden Chicken Cordon Bleu Pastry Cups feature a creamy filling of tender chicken, savory ham, melted Swiss cheese, and Dijon mustard nestled inside crispy puff pastry. Perfect for elegant entertaining or a special dinner that tastes far more complicated than it actually is.

Ingredients

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320 g puff pastry, thawed if frozen, cut into 12 squares
250 g diced cooked chicken, rotisserie or leftover works perfectly
150 g diced cooked ham, preferably quality deli ham
150 g shredded Swiss cheese, or Emmental for authentic flavor
100 g cream cheese, softened to room temperature
60 g sour cream, adds tanginess and moisture to the filling
2 tsp Dijon mustard, the signature flavor of cordon bleu
1/2 tsp garlic powder, for subtle depth
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground preferred
1 egg, beaten for brushing
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat oven: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray or butter.
Cut and line: Cut the puff pastry into 12 equal squares, then gently press each square into a muffin cup, allowing the corners to rise slightly above the rim.
Brush and chill: Brush each pastry cup with the beaten egg wash and refrigerate for 15 minutes while you prepare the filling, this helps them hold their shape.
Prebake: Bake the empty pastry cups at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until they're light golden, then remove and set aside for filling.
Mix cream base: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream, stirring until smooth and well combined.
Add seasonings: Stir in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper, mixing thoroughly until the flavors are evenly distributed.
Fold in proteins and cheese: Gently fold in the diced chicken, diced ham, and shredded Swiss cheese until everything is evenly coated with the creamy filling.
Fill the cups: Divide the chicken and ham filling evenly among the 12 pastry cups, mounding it slightly in the center of each one.
Top with cheese: Sprinkle any remaining shredded Swiss cheese over the top of each cup for extra richness and a golden finish.
Finish baking: Return the filled cups to the oven and bake at 400°F for 15-18 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the filling is heated through.
Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes, then carefully remove from the muffin tin and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes