Description
Savory Chicken Samosas are irresistible pastries that combine a crispy, golden exterior with a mouthwatering filling of tender spiced chicken, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfect for any occasion, these delightful pockets of flavor can be served as appetizers at parties or enjoyed during cozy nights in. Pair them with a refreshing yogurt dip for an unforgettable culinary experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked boneless, skinless chicken breasts (shredded)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (minced)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- Cooking oil for brushing
- 1 cup plain yogurt
- Fresh mint or cilantro (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Cook chicken until tender, then shred. In a skillet, sauté onions in oil until golden brown. Add garlic and ginger; stir until fragrant. Mix in spices and shredded chicken until well combined.
- Roll Out the Pastry: On a floured surface, roll out puff pastry sheets and cut into squares.
- Assemble Samosas: Place a spoonful of filling on each square, fold into triangles, and seal edges with water.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Brush samosas with oil and bake on a parchment-lined tray for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with yogurt dip.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: South Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg