"Fancy" doesn't have to mean "expensive." This elegant chicken Wellington can be made with pantry ingredients so you can save money without skimping on flavor! In this recipe, we use chicken breast instead of the traditional beef tenderloin, wrapped in puff pastry, sautéed mushrooms, and dried herbs and spices to recreate that classic Wellington flavor. You'll even learn how to make your own easy pan gravy from scratch.
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Time 1h55m
Yield 2 serving
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Add the mushrooms to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped, about 18-20 pulses.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried parsley, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper and stir to fully combine. Cook, stirring often, until all of the liquid in the pan has evaporated, about 8 minutes. Turn off the heat and transfer the mushroom mixture to a bowl to cool. Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel.
- Season the chicken breast on both sides with the remaining teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Tie the chicken breast with 4 pieces of butcher's twine to create an even cylindrical shape.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breast and cook until browned all over, about 10 minutes. Transfer the chicken breast to a plate and set the pan aside to make the pan gravy later.
- Remove the butcher's twine using a pair of scissors and brush the chicken all over with the Dijon mustard. Allow the chicken breast to cool to room temperature.
- On 2 overlapping sheets of plastic wrap, lay out the puff pastry sheet. Arrange overlapping strips of prosciutto over the dough in an even square, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges of the pastry. Spread the mushroom mixture evenly over the prosciutto.
- Place the chicken breast at the bottom of the mushroom mixture and tightly and evenly wrap with the prosciutto and puff pastry, using the plastic wrap to help wrap it tightly and seal the ends. Wrap in the plastic, tying the ends together to help keep the Wellington's shape. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
- Arrange a rack in the lower third of the oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove the Wellington from the plastic wrap and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Using the back of a paring knife, make a crosshatch pattern on top of the pastry, making sure not to cut all the way through. Brush the pastry all over with the beaten egg.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the oven to bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C). Let the Wellington rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing into 1-1½-inch-thick slices.
- While the Wellington rests, make the pan gravy: In the pan with the leftover chicken juices, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When the oil is warm, add the flour and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and toasted, about 2 minutes. Add the chicken stock and simmer until the sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 4-5 minutes. Stir in the salt, pepper, and parsley and transfer to a bowl or gravy boat to serve.
- Serve the Wellington warm with the pan gravy and sides of your choice.
- Enjoy!
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atif zaib
zaib.a31@hotmail.comThis is one of my favorite chicken Wellington recipes. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I highly recommend it.
Matthew 2021 HD reacting to
t-m@hotmail.comI've tried this recipe a few times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for a special occasion dinner.
Brandon Gray
bgray4@gmail.comThis recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the puff pastry is perfectly flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
Muhammad Akhtar Jaura
jaura.m@yahoo.comI love the way the puff pastry bakes up in this recipe. It's so flaky and golden brown. The chicken is also cooked to perfection. This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner.
Amrik Bhogal
bhogala@yahoo.comThis is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. It's elegant and impressive, but it's also surprisingly easy to make. I highly recommend it.
Ibrahim Koka
i28@yahoo.comI was pleasantly surprised at how easy this recipe was to make. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to follow the instructions and make a delicious chicken Wellington.
Jae Ku
j.k@yahoo.comI've never made chicken Wellington before, but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the end result was a delicious and impressive dish.
ahmed gamal
g.ahmed72@hotmail.comThis dish is perfect for a special occasion dinner. It's elegant and impressive, but it's also easy to make. I highly recommend this recipe.
Khawar ali
k_ali93@aol.comI love the combination of flavors in this dish. The chicken is savory and moist, and the puff pastry is buttery and flaky. The duxelles adds a rich and earthy flavor that complements the chicken perfectly.
Ayvah Hackman
ayvah.h@gmail.comThis recipe is a bit challenging, but it's definitely worth the effort. The chicken turned out juicy and flavorful, and the puff pastry was perfectly flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
Bangladeshi Mom Khulna
kb@yahoo.comI've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfectly. The chicken is always cooked to perfection and the puff pastry is always flaky and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe.
Eddy Bailey
bailey.e73@aol.comThis dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a stunning and delicious dish that will impress your guests.
zakaria ibn yusuf
i_zakaria25@hotmail.comI love the versatility of this recipe. You can use different types of mushrooms for the duxelles, and you can also add different herbs and spices to the chicken. I've also tried wrapping the chicken in prosciutto before baking it, and that adds a del
Yaseen Mullah
m_y@hotmail.frI was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a very experienced cook. But I'm so glad I did! It was surprisingly easy to make and the results were amazing. The chicken was juicy and tender, and the puff pastry was flaky and crispy.
Mah noor
m_noor97@hotmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. The chicken is always cooked to perfection and the puff pastry is always flaky and golden brown.
Shuvo Mia
shuvo@yahoo.comI made this dish for my family and they loved it! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the puff pastry was perfectly flaky. I will definitely be making this again.
HM Jakaria hamid
hamid19@hotmail.co.ukI love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are readily available. The chicken turned out juicy and tender, and the puff pastry was golden and crispy.
Bidrohi Gibon
gibon_b21@yahoo.comI tried this recipe for my dinner party last night and it was a hit! The presentation was impressive and the taste was even better. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the duxelles added a rich and flavorful touch.
Vstyle Arnold
arnold.vstyle25@hotmail.comThis chicken dish was absolutely divine. The flaky puff pastry and the succulent chicken were a perfect combination. I highly recommend this recipe for a special occasion dinner.