Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 cup

low-sodium chicken stock

1 cup

Yukon Gold potatoes

diced

1 cup

sweet potatoes

diced

1 cup

celery root

diced

1 cup

parsnip

diced

1 unit

white onion

diced

1 pound

boneless, skinless chicken breasts

diced

0.67 cup

all-purpose flour

1.5 cup

whole milk

1 cup

fresh or frozen peas

0.25 cup

flat-leaf parsley

chopped

2 tbsp

cilantro

chopped

1 tsp

hot sauce

1 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

1 sheet

frozen puff pastry dough

thawed

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Step 2
~4 min

Place chicken stock in a large soup pot and bring to a boil.

Step 3
~4 min

Add diced Yukon Gold potatoes, sweet potatoes, celery root, parsnip, and onion to the boiling stock.

Step 4
~4 min

Cover the pot, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 5
~4 min

Add diced chicken breasts to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes, or until chicken is just cooked.

Step 6
~4 min

Remove the chicken and vegetables from the stock with a slotted spoon and reserve.

Step 7
~4 min

In a mixing bowl, place the flour.

Step 8
~4 min

Gradually add milk to the flour, whisking until well blended.

Step 9
~4 min

Add the milk mixture to the stock and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes or until thickened.

Step 10
~4 min

Add peas, parsley, cilantro, hot sauce, reserved chicken, and vegetables to the stock.

Step 11
~4 min

Season with salt and pepper.

Step 12
~4 min

Place four 16-ounce ramekins on a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 13
~4 min

Fill the ramekins with the chicken and vegetable mixture.

Step 14
~4 min

Cut the puff pastry into 4 pieces.

Step 15
~4 min

Lay each piece of puff pastry over a ramekin.

Step 16
~4 min

Gently press the dough over the edges of the ramekins.

Step 17
~4 min

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.

Step 18
~4 min

Place the hot ramekins on serving plates and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Brush the puff pastry with egg wash for a glossier finish.

Add other vegetables such as mushrooms or corn.

Use pre-cut vegetables for faster preparation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Filling can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Crusty Bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Classic American comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Winter Holidays

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Holiday Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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