cheesy chicken vol-au-vent
This recipe is so tasty and depending on how you serve it, it can be elegant in puff pastry or comfort food served over rice.
prep time
10 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup red onions, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup red peppers, finely chopped
- 2 large cloves garlic, pressed
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
- 1/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup dry white wine
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup 35% heavy cream
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 1/3 cup cold water
- 4 large vol-au-vent pastries
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
How To Make cheesy chicken vol-au-vent
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Step 1In a deep skillet over medium heat, add oil and when hot, add onions; sauté for 2 minutes. Add red peppers and sauté for 2 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and white wine; stir. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, about 5 minutes, or until it reduces down to half.
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Step 2Add peas, chicken, heavy cream and rosemary; stir, reduce heat to medium and cook for 5 minutes. Add cheese and season with freshly ground black pepper; simmer for another 2 minutes.
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Step 3Add cornstarch mixture and stir until sauce thickens, about 45 seconds. Remove from heat and spoon immediately in vol-au-vent. Place caps on top and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve 4
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Step 4Note: For a less formal presentation, substitute puff pastries for pasta or rice.
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Category:
Chicken
Tag:
#Quick & Easy
Tag:
#For Kids
Tag:
#Heirloom
Ingredient:
Chicken
Method:
Stove Top
Keyword:
#easy recipe
Keyword:
#poultry recipe
Keyword:
#Canadian recipe
Keyword:
#Canadian cuisine
Keyword:
#Canadian food
Keyword:
#comfort food recipe
Culture:
Canadian
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