Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Chicken Vol-au-Vents with Sweet and Sour Salsa, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds. This dish combines the savory richness of chicken with the vibrant, tangy sweetness of our homemade Sweet and Sour Salsa, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that will leave you craving for more. The flaky, golden-brown Vol-au-Vents serve as the perfect vessels for the succulent chicken filling, making each bite an explosion of textures and tastes.
Accompanying this main dish are two additional tantalizing recipes that elevate your dining experience. Expand your culinary horizons with our mouthwatering Sweet and Sour Tofu Skewers, a delightful vegetarian alternative that offers a delightful contrast of sweet and sour flavors. For those seeking a refreshing and vibrant side dish, our Cucumber Salad with Sweet and Sour Dressing is a perfect choice, providing a light and crisp accompaniment to the richness of the Chicken Vol-au-Vents.
Embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide that includes step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stunning visuals. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary journey, we've got you covered. Dive into a world of flavor with our Chicken Vol-au-Vents with Sweet and Sour Salsa, and discover the joy of creating a dish that will impress your family and friends.
CREAMY CHICKEN VOL-AU-VENT
My friends and I have been getting together for "ladies lunches" for years. These vol-au-vents are the perfect no-fuss fancy food; they look complicated, but are actually simple and fun to make. Whenever I think of good friends and good company, I think of these savory pastries. -Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, unfold 1 puff pastry sheet. Using a 3-1/4-in. round cutter, cut out six circles. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet., Unfold the remaining pastry sheet. Cut 6 more circles out with the 3-1/4-in. round cutter; with a 2-1/2-in. cutter, cut centers out of the circles. Place the rings on top of the circles that are on the baking sheet. Place the center circles also on the baking sheet. In a small bowl, whisk egg and water; brush over pastries. Chill 15 minutes. Bake until dark golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Discard all but 1 tablespoon drippings. Add leeks and pepper to drippings; cook and stir over medium-high heat until tender, 5-7 minutes. Reduce heat to low; stir in bacon, chicken, cream cheese, salt and pepper. Cook and stir until blended; remove from heat., When cool enough to handle, hollow out pastries with a small knife. Fill with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with parsley and pepper. Serve with small center pastries on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 669 calories, Fat 45g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 108mg cholesterol, Sodium 670mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
CHICKEN VOL-AU-VENTS WITH SWEET AND SOUR SALSA
Classy enough for a dinner party but simple and quick enough for any occasion. Has an interesting contrast of hot versus cold and sweet & sour versus savory tastes. The salsa and vol-au-vents can be prepared in advance making it a quick one to pop in the oven as guests arrive. Please note the preparation time does not include the 30 minutes of refrigeration time for the salsa. The quantity of chicken and cheese will vary a little bit depending on the size of the cases, so fill them by eye using the directions rather than bothering to measure them out.
Provided by Peter J
Categories Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Make salsa by mixing together ingredients from pineapple to vinegar together thoroughly in a bowl.
- Place in refrigerator for 30 minutes or more.
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C), set the baking sheet to be around the middle of the oven.
- Place a piece of cooked chicken in each case that fills it to about half way.
- Top with a little cheese, it will melt down a bit during cooking but leave some room at the top for the salsa to be added after cooking.
- Bake filled vol-au-vents case on a baking sheet for 10-15 minutes until cheese has melted, keeping an eye on it to make sure the vol-au-vent cases don't burn.
- Top each evenly with the salsa mix (about 3/4 teaspoon each) and serve.
VOL AU VENTS
Steps:
- Put the stock and bay leaf in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, and turn off the heat.
- Melt the butter in a saute pan and fry the onions for 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until shrunken, dark and golden. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Sprinkle over the flour and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the wine and cook until it disappears. Pour over the stock, add the chicken and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens, about 3 minutes. Stir in the creme fraiche and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the parsley.
- Spoon the chicken mixture into the vol au vent shells and serve.
CHICKEN LIVER VOL-AU-VENTS
Make and share this Chicken Liver Vol-Au-Vents recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Catnip46
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bake the pastry according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, melt the butter in a skillet. Add the chicken livers and saute gently for 3 to 4 minutes, until lightly browned. Remove from the skillet.
- Add the onion to the skillet and saute until softened.
- Add the mushrooms and saute for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Stir in the flour, then the broth. Simmer, stirring, for about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the chicken livers.
- Remove the "lids" from the pastry shells and spoon the filling into the shells.
- Sprinkle with the cheese.
- Replace the lids and serve.
CHICKEN VOL-AU-VENTS
I first used this recipe as an entree for two on Valentines Day. It was given to me by a family friend. You can also use a pack of 6 or 12 mini vol-au-vents as appetizers. Since then I have made them again and I didn't have tarragon so I used sage. So I think you can put your favourite spice instead of the tarragon as the sage worked well. I didn't have cream so I used cream cheese. I had a question regarding vol-au-vent cases and after researching on many web pages and even posting a question in the forum. I found out that vol-au-vent cases are the same thing as puff pastry shells. So if you are using puff pastry shells please follow the instructions on the pack. As in Australia the vol-au-vent cases come on the shelf (pre-cooked, ready to use) not the freezer.
Provided by Chef floWer
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 20m
Yield 2 Large Vol-au-Vent cases
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven at 180oc.
- Saute garlic, spring onions, tarragon and seasoings in the butter for 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat, add sliced chicken and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add wine and cream and bring to the boil.
- Combine cornflour with water, then add to the chicken and stir until thickened.
- Spoon into the vol-au-vent cases
- Heat in the oven for 5 mintes.
- Serve it hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.1, Fat 53.5, SaturatedFat 17.5, Cholesterol 135.7, Sodium 707.2, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 33
EASY SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN
This a really easy recipe that the whole family will enjoy! Serve over rice.
Provided by wmbloomer
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
- Roll and coat chicken cubes in flour mixture.
- Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until not longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes; remove and set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
- Cook and stir celery, green peppers, and onion in heated oil until slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet.
- Whisk ketchup, lemon juice, pineapple, and brown sugar in a bowl; pour into the skillet; bring to a boil.
- Cook and stir chicken and vegetables in sauce until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 870.1 mg, Sugar 31.6 g
CHICKEN VOL-AU-VENT WITH TOMATO MANGO RELISH #A1
A.1. Original Sauce Recipe Contest Entry. A creamy, tangy dish that's easy enough for a weeknight meal yet elegant enough to impress that special someone.
Provided by joditaffel
Categories Sauces
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- For Chicken: Add 4 Boneless & Skinless Chicken Thighs, 1/2 cup A.1. Original Sauce, ¼ cup Olive Oil, 1 tablespoon Agave Nectar, 1 tablespoon minced Garlic, 1 tablespoon Fresh Tarragon, 2 chopped scallions, ½ teaspoon Salt and ¼ teaspoon Pepper to a zip top bag and place in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 1 hour before you are ready to cook. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place chicken and marinade in an oven safe dish and cook 25-30 minutes, or until juices run clear. When it's cool enough to touch, chop the chicken into ½ inch cubes and return to the dish you cooked it inches.
- For Relish: Combine all tomato mango relish ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
- For Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, cook onion and mushrooms in butter 5 minutes, until soft. Add the flour and cook about 2 minutes until all the raw flour has cooked out and looks like wet sand. Add the Half & Half and bring to a boil. Then reduce to a simmer. Add the goat cheese and stir until it's melted. Add the peas, carrots, chopped chicken, any remaining marinade and nutmeg.
- . For Vol-au-Vent: Place Puff Pastry on a lightly floured cutting board and cut into 6 rectangles. Then place the rectangles on a parchment lined baking sheet and cook in a 400-degree oven 15 minutes, or until pastry has puffed up and tops are lightly browned.
- To Assemble: Carefully separate the puff pastry rectangles into 2 pieces each. (You'll notice that there will be a natural middle spot). Use your fingers to depress a well in the bottom and fill each one with about 1 soup ladle full of the chicken mixture. Top with about a tablespoon of the tomato mango relish. Replace the top and spoon just a bit of both the sauce and relish over the top. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.6, Fat 28.6, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 78.2, Sodium 498.5, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.6, Protein 13.1
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
- Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final dish. Use fresh, organic ingredients whenever possible.
- Season Generously: Don't be afraid to season your food. Salt and pepper are essential, but you can also add other spices and herbs to taste.
- Cook the Chicken Properly: Chicken is a delicate protein, so it's important to cook it properly. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Make the Sweet and Sour Salsa Ahead of Time: The sweet and sour salsa can be made up to 3 days in advance. This will save you time on the day you're serving the dish.
Conclusion:
Chicken vol-au-vents with sweet and sour salsa is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!
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