Creamy Ham and Chicken Medley in Puff Pastry Shells
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- whisk,
- baking sheet
Ingrediënten
- 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
Instructies
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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