Chicken Salad Puffs Recipe
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Chicken Salad Puffs

By: Lola Pullen 
"'Stuffed with a chunky chicken salad, these pretty golden puffs are perfect for a holiday buffet or ladies' luncheon,' shares Lola Pullen from Lakeland, Florida. 'Folks seem to enjoy the subtle sweetness from the pineapple and the crunch of the celery and pecans.'"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.5 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (24)

Prep Time:
20 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 21 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup butter (no substitutes)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 eggs
  • Filling:
  • 2 cups finely chopped cooked chicken
  • 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, bring water, butter and salt to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until smooth and shiny. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks. Immediately cut a slit in each puff to allow steam to escape; cool. Split puffs and set tops aside; remove soft dough form inside. In a bowl, combine the filling ingredients; mix well. Fill puffs and replace tops. Refrigerate until serving. Refrigerate leftovers.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 19, 2008 by NICKI61   view full review
I needed a recipe for puffs and this is a great one. When I made the chicken salad I omitted...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 18, 2006 by What's For Dinner?   view full review
The chicken salad portion of this recipe is the best! No reason to change anything with the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 6, 2006 by MAGGIE MCGUIRE   view full review
This is an outstanding appetizer. A little extra work, but worth it. If your party lasts...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2008 by Chef Caroline   view full review
I didn't actually use the chicken salad recipe, just the idea for chicken salad puffs, as well...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2007 by ej   view full review
Love the flavor of the ckn salad- finally, someone really gets seasoning right! I added some...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2008 by EJsMommy   view full review
Very good! I admit I cheated and bought the puff pastries, a couple of the previous reviews...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 19, 2011 by Eviek   view full review
This came out beautifully and was so delicious... made some eclairs with left over dough......
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 11, 2011 by Lucky Noodles Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Chicken Salad Filling = Wonderful! Didn't change anything and has been a great lunch for me...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 29, 2010 by PEABODYDOG   view full review
The chicken salad is among the best I've ever tasted. The puffs are no problem at all for...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on May 5, 2010 by retrofloridagirl   view full review
very good. I substituted cut in half red grapes for the pineapple and left out the green...

 

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