Grilled Chicken and Spinach Puff Pastry Delight

Ingredients

- 2 sheets of puff pastry, thawed
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Montreal chicken seasoning
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
- PT5M
5 minutes
- Season the chicken breasts evenly with Montreal chicken seasoning and kosher salt.
- Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to enhance the flavor and prevent sticking when grilling.

2. Grill the Chicken:
- PT15M
15 minutes
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken breasts for about 7-8 minutes on each side or until fully cooked, with internal temperatures reaching 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing them into thin strips.

3. Prepare the Puff Pastry:
- PT10M
10 minutes
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to smooth their texture.

4. Assemble the Puff Pastry Sandwich:
- PT10M
10 minutes
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with cayenne pepper to create a spicy mayo.
- Spread a thin layer of spicy mayo over each puff pastry sheet.
- Distribute the baby spinach evenly across the mayo layer.
- Place the sliced grilled chicken and avocado slices evenly on each puff pastry sheet.

5. Seal and Bake the Pastry:
- PT20M
20 minutes
- Fold each puff pastry sheet over the filling to make a sandwich. Press the edges gently to seal.
- Brush the tops with the remaining olive oil for a golden finish.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and crispy.

6. Serve:
- PT5M
5 minutes
- Allow the pastries to cool slightly before slicing into four equal portions.
- Serve warm for a delightful lunch.

Total Time

PT1H
1 hour

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Grilled chicken, puff pastry, spinach, avocado, lunch recipes, easy lunch, chicken pastry, spicy mayo, quick lunch ideas, healthy lunch

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

1240 calories (total for the entire dish)

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