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Marry Me Chicken Wellington

Marry Me Chicken Wellington: A Romantic Dinner Surprise

This Marry Me Chicken Wellington is an elegant dish perfect for romantic dinners that combines flaky pastry with juicy chicken and a creamy filling.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Use thawed frozen chicken for even cooking.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Can be substituted with ricotta.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Reduce for a lighter dish if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be used but may alter moisture.
  • 2 cups Spinach Substitute kale for a different texture.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use garlic powder in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning Substitute with basil, oregano, and thyme.
For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry Keep it cold before assembly.
  • 1 egg Egg (for Egg Wash) Milk can be used as a dairy-free alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any cooking oil can be substituted.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • pastry brush
  • knife
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté 3 minced garlic cloves until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add in 2 cups of fresh spinach and ½ cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes, cooking until the spinach wilts, approximately 3-4 minutes. Stir in 4 ounces of cream cheese and ¼ cup of heavy cream until smooth and combined.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one sheet of cold puff pastry into a rectangle approximately 12x16 inches. Place a chicken breast in the center and top it with the creamy filling. Fold the pastry over the chicken, sealing edges tightly; trim excess pastry as needed.
  3. Beat 1 egg in a small bowl for the egg wash. Using a pastry brush, coat the top and sides of the assembled Wellington with the egg wash.
  4. Transfer the wellington to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) for the chicken.
  5. Remove the wellington from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes. Cut into thick slices and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, keep the puff pastry cold before assembly and allow the wellington to rest after baking.

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