Imagine sinking your teeth into a golden, crispy breadstick that reveals a creamy, savory filling of tender chicken nestled in a rich béchamel sauce. These stuffed breadsticks are more than just a side dish – they’re a culinary adventure that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering masterpiece that will have your family and friends begging for seconds.
Ingredients
- Dough:
- 300 g (2½ cups) all-purpose flour
- 1 sachet (7 g) dried yeast or 10 g fresh yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 180 ml (¾ cup) warm water
- Chicken Filling:
- 250 g (8.8 oz) cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, pepper, sweet paprika, nutmeg to taste
- Béchamel Sauce:
- 30 g (2 tablespoons) butter
- 30 g (¼ cup) all-purpose flour
- 300 ml (1¼ cups) milk
- Salt, pepper, nutmeg to taste
- Optional: Grated Emmental or Parmesan cheese
- Glaze:
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon milk
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the Dough
- Mix yeast with a little warm water and sugar. Let stand for 10 minutes.
- Combine flour, salt, olive oil, activated yeast, and water in a bowl.
- Knead until smooth and elastic.
- Cover and let rise for 1 hour at room temperature.
- Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a pan.
- Brown chicken and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Let cool and finely shred or chop.
- Make the Béchamel Sauce
- Melt butter in a saucepan.
- Add flour and stir for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in milk.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Optional: Add grated cheese.
- Stir in cooked chicken and let cool.
- Assemble and Bake
- Preheat oven to 200°C (392°F).
- Roll out the dough and cut into rectangles.
- Spoon chicken béchamel mixture onto dough.
- Roll and seal the breadsticks.
- Brush with egg yolk and milk glaze.
- Bake until golden brown (approximately 15-20 minutes).
Nutrition and Serving
- Servings: 4-6 people
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Difficulty: Medium
Why These Breadsticks Are a Healthy Choice
These stuffed breadsticks aren’t just delicious – they’re a nutritionally balanced meal. The lean chicken provides high-quality protein, while the homemade béchamel sauce offers calcium from milk. By using whole ingredients and controlling the seasoning, you’re creating a healthier alternative to processed snacks. The olive oil adds heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, making this a guilt-free indulgence that satisfies both your taste buds and nutritional needs.
Pro Tip: For a lighter version, use skinless chicken breast and consider using low-fat milk in the béchamel sauce.