Creamy Ham and Chicken Medley in Puff Pastry Shells

Portions:10
Cooking Time:45 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. butter
  • ½ cup fresh mushrooms sliced
  • ⅓ cup butter
  • ⅓ cup flour
  • 2 ½ – 3 cups milk divided
  • 1 cup Half & Half
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper
  • ¼ tsp. nutmeg
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 2 cups chopped cooked ham
  • 2 10 oz. packages frozen puff pastry shells, baked

Instructions

Prepare Mushrooms:

  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender, stirring constantly.
  • Remove mushrooms from the saucepan and set aside.

Make the Sauce:

  • In the same saucepan, melt 1/3 cup butter over low heat.
  • Add flour, stirring until smooth.
  • Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Gradually add 2 1/2 cups milk, cooking over medium heat and stirring constantly until the mixture is thickened and bubbly.

Add Cream and Seasonings:

  • Stir in Half & Half, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts and the mixture is smooth.

Add Meats:

  • Stir in chopped chicken and ham.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add the remaining 1/2 cup milk to reach desired consistency.

Assemble and Serve:

  • Spoon the creamy mixture into baked puff pastry shells.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Alternatively, refrigerate the sauce and gently warm before serving.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice

A Chardonnay pairs well with this dish, as its creamy texture and notes of vanilla and oak complement the richness of the ham and chicken medley.

Adjustments for Gluten-Free and Low-Carb Diets

 

Gluten-Free:

To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free flour and gluten-free puff pastry shells.

Low-Carb:

To make this recipe low-carb, omit the puff pastry shells and serve the creamy mixture over steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice. Use a low-carb thickener such as xanthan gum in place of flour.
Vegetarian:
This recipe is not suitable for vegetarians as it contains chicken and ham. To make a vegetarian version, replace the chicken and ham with a mix of additional vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini, and spinach, and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 400 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 22 g | Fat: 27 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 4 g
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Course Chicken / Main Dish
Cuisine American
Diets Gluten Free / Low Carb