Creamy Chicken Broccoli Rolls (Print View)

Tender chicken and steamed broccoli wrapped in flaky golden puff pastry with a creamy filling.

# Components:

→ Poultry & Dairy

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
03 - 1/2 cup whole milk
04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets, steamed and chopped
07 - 2 green onions, finely sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Pastry

09 - 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed

→ Seasonings

10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix cooked chicken, chopped broccoli, cream cheese, milk, Parmesan, green onions, garlic, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until creamy and blended.
03 - On a lightly floured surface, unroll puff pastry sheets and cut each into 4 equal rectangles, yielding 8 pieces total.
04 - Distribute filling evenly along one short edge of each pastry rectangle, then roll tightly, sealing edges by pinching.
05 - Place rolls seam-side down on the lined baking sheet and brush each with beaten egg for a golden finish.
06 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown.
07 - Allow rolls to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • Use fresh puff pastry sheets for best results
  • Ensure broccoli is well steamed to avoid excess moisture
03 -
  • Brush the rolls generously with egg wash for a shiny golden crust
  • Chill the filled pastries before baking to help them hold their shape
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