Christmas Expo

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Cranberry, Chicken and Brie Tartlets

These delicious tartlets were featured in our “Culinary Creations Even a Grinch Would Love” class:

Chef Joe Patrick at Christmas Expo 2018The Chicken, Cranberry & Brie Tartlets combine all the best flavors of the season in one delicious little bite. Perfect for all your holiday parties, these tartlets are sure to become a new favorite!

  • Prep Time 15 minutes
  • Cook Time 15 minutes
  • Total Time 30 minutes
  • Servings 48

Ingredients

  • 2 packages 17 oz. each puff pastry
  • 1 chicken breast cooked and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
  • 1 1/2 c. fresh cranberries
  • 1/3 c. honey
  • 3 tbsp. water
  • 1 tsp. mustard powder
  • 4 oz. brie cheese cut into 48 pieces
  • 1/4 c. finely chopped pecans
  • 2 Tbsp. minced fresh sage

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Thaw puff pastry sheets according to package instructions. Once thawed, unfold into thirds.
  • Cut each third into 12 equal squares to make 48 squares. (*You will not use entire second package) Grease 2 mini muffin tins; press each puff pastry square into a muffin cup.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 8-10 minutes; remove from oven and press the center of each cup in with the end of a wooden spoon.
  • While puff pastry is baking, prepare cranberry sauce by combining fresh cranberries, honey, water, and mustard powder in a small saucepan.
  • Bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring, 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
  • Fill the center of each puff pastry cup with 1 piece of chicken, 1/2 tsp cranberry sauce, and 1 piece brie cheese.
  • Return to oven for 5-7 minutes, until brie is nicely melted.
  • Top with minced sage and chopped pecans.
  • Serve warm.

Chef Joe Patrick, Eat Cake Productions
Dallas, TX