Crispy Chicken Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks – Mexican Style Recipe
Crispy Chicken Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks with a Mexican twist! Flaky pastry layers filled with chipotle-seasoned chicken, ham, melted cheese, and creamy poblano for the ultimate comfort bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 stacks
- Category: Mexican Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
½ tsp chipotle powder
¼ tsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
4 slices smoked ham
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
¼ cup roasted poblano strips
3 tbsp Mexican crema or sour cream
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Salsa verde or guacamole (for serving)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line baking sheet with parchment.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Add chicken, chipotle, cumin, salt, and pepper. Warm through.
3. Unroll puff pastry and cut each into 6 rectangles (12 total).
4. Score a border on half the squares and layer chicken, ham, cheese, crema, and poblano.
5. Top with remaining squares. Seal edges with fork.
6. Brush tops with egg wash and slit center to vent.
7. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
8. Cool for 5 minutes, garnish with cilantro, and serve with your favorite salsa.
Notes
Use leftover rotisserie chicken for ease.
Can be made vegetarian with mushrooms and extra cheese.
Reheat in air fryer or oven—avoid microwave to keep pastry crispy.