These Chicken and Spinach Pesto Cups are a delightful appetizer or light meal option. Made with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and flavorful pesto, they are easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.
This chicken recipe combines the freshness of spinach with the rich taste of pesto, all encased in crispy pastry cups for a satisfying bite.
Easy Chicken and Spinach Pesto Cups
These cups feature a savory filling of cooked chicken, spinach, and pesto, baked in flaky pastry shells. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 package of puff pastry cups (12 count)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, chopped spinach, pesto sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fill the Cups: Place the puff pastry cups on a baking sheet. Spoon the chicken and spinach mixture into each cup, filling them generously.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Lightly brush the tops of the filled cups with olive oil for a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm as an appetizer or light meal.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 cups
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
