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Irresistible Creamy Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad Puffs You'll Love

This Irresistible Creamy Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad Puff Recipe combines crunchy pecans and sweet cranberries enveloped in a flaky pastry for a delightful dish.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken salad, Cranberry, easy recipe, pecan, potluck, puff pastry
Servings: 8 puffs
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients

For the Filling

  • 2 cups Shredded Rotisserie Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for flavor
  • 1 cup Dried Cranberries Can substitute with raisins or diced apples
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Walnuts can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be substituted
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Can fully replace mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Diced celery can replace for crunch
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Lime juice works as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste

For the Pastry

  • 1 package Puff Pastry Croissants can be used for richer flavor

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Cook the Chicken: Sauté diced chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 7-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through; then allow to cool completely.
  • Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled chicken, cranberries, chopped pecans, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, green onions, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  • Assemble Pastries: Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares, placing about 2 tablespoons of the filling in the center.
  • Fill and Bake: Fold over the pastry to form a pocket and seal edges with a fork. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

Cool baked puffs should be stored properly to maintain flakiness. Enjoy with a light salad if desired.