Chicken and Gouda in Pastry Shells

Portion Size: ½ cup over 1 pastry shell

Ingredients: Yields: 12 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
1 (10 ounce) package Puff Pastry ShellsOr use toasted English muffins or bread
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onionWash, trim and chop
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 lbs. fresh cooked diced chicken
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 can fat free evaporated milk
2 (8oz.) light cream cheese
2 eggs, beaten
8 oz. Smoked Gouda CheeseShredded
For gluten free (GF): use GF pastry shells or GF English muffins. Always check each ingredients to be sure it is gluten free.

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1Bake the pastry shells according to the package directionsRemove from the baking sheet and cool on a wire rack
2Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until lightly browned.Cook until internal temperature reaches 165° F for 15 seconds.
3Add the onion and garlic powder. Cook for about 5 minutes or until tender
4In a large bowl whip, cream cheese, evaporated milk, eggs and Gouda Cheese. 
5In a large skillet with chicken over low heat add cheese mixture, heat to a slow boil. (Stir frequently) Reduce the heat to low. Add peas and heat through.Cook for 5 minutes.
6Spoon about 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture in each shell. Serve immediately.

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates