Chicken and feta sausage rolls
When I was in primary school my sister and I were allowed tuckshop for lunch on Fridays. I used to love writing out my order on a brown paper bag and adding the money to it. It was also a serious privilege to be on ‘tuckshop duty’ where you got to take your class’s box of bags down to the tuckshop in the morning and collect it just before lunch. I’m sure they don’t do it this way anymore which I think is sad. I used to have the same order every week – a sausage roll no sauce. I can’t remember what I had to drink. The options weren’t that vast back then but I always stuck with the sausage roll. I still love them and if I see them at a party I make a bee-line for them. When I saw this recipe for chicken and feta sausage rolls I thought it would be the perfect twist on an old favourite. They’re super tasty and what’s even better is you can make them ahead (which only takes about 15 minutes) and freezer them so you just have to throw them in the oven when guests arrive, or when you want a little snack.
The ingredients
The ingredients come together to make very tasty mouthfuls. Note that the shallot was pulled straight out of the garden. I’m just a little bit proud.
Making the filling
To make the filling, mix all the ingredients (except the milk) together. I put some gloves on and used my hands to squish it all together. It’s much easier than using a spoon.
Raw puff pastry
Lay out the puff pastry sheets and cut each on in half down the middle.
Filling
Divide the filling between the 4 halves and shape it to form a long log. Make sure it doesn’t get a little stingy towards the ends or you won’t be able to use those bits. I wouldn’t mind cause I love puff pastry even on its own.
All rolled up
Roll up the pastry to enclose the filling.
Chopping
Now it’s time to chop them all up. The recipe was for larger sausage rolls but I like party size. I cut each log into 10 pieces.
Chicken sausage rolls
Use a serrated knife and ‘saw’ through them so you don’t squash out the filling. You’ll also need a wet cloth to wipe the knife after every few cuts otherwise it will get very messy.
Getting freezer-ready
If you’re going to freeze them, line a container with freezer go-between.
Ready for the freezer
Place the sausage rolls in the container leaving a little bit of space between each one. If you are going to make a few layers, use a sheet of go-between between each layer.
Brushing with milk
To bake the sausage rolls, lay them on a lined baking tray and brush each one with a little milk. Bake them at 220C for 15-20 minutes or until golden. If you’re cooking them from frozen, add another 5-10 minutes to the cooking time. There’s no need to defrost them first.
Resting
Let them cool slightly on the tray.
Chicken and feta sausage rolls
Serve them up. Enjoy!
Chicken and feta sausage rolls
Makes 40 bite-sized sausage rolls or 8-12 big ones
Chicken and feta sausage rolls - make ahead freezable party food
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Oh my goodness you have just reminded me of my wonderful childhood. I too loved tuckshop duties and putting money and my order into/on brown paper bags. It’s so sad they don’t do this anymore. They really should carry on traditions :'(
Isn’t it sad? Teaches them about money too which they don’t really do anymore if the parents preorder and pay online!
I had some chicken & feta in my fridge needing to be used so googled and your website came up with this recipe, I liked the looks of it and decided to make them yesterday…. they were a huge hit, for me and my hubby! Thanks for the recipe :)
You’re welcome Sharon. So glad you liked them!
I made these and they were a big hit! Thanks for the recipe :)
I’m going to try these little gems for a high tea I’m going to. I have to bring a couple of savoury things along :) Can you post your original sausage roll recipe already lol
Oops did I promise that? Will have to get on it! You’ll love these ones though!
Do you slice the rolls before freezing? Would like to make theses for a graduation celebration.
Hi Kenzie. Yes it would be best to slice them before freezing.
Hi Claire. I have to say I needed comfort food. Someone mentioned party food and the first thing I thought of was sausage rolls. I remembered you had a couple on here. I only had a veal and pork mince in the freezer so quick I thought defrost that and off I went. Mine worked out to be about 50cal/little roll so I only had a couple. But it SURE met my expectations. You are an amazing cook. Cass
Oh yum that sounds good. You’ll have to tell me what you put in them!
Claire, homemade party pies and sausage rolls! Perfect for Christmas, thanks! :)
You’re welcome Celia!
Looks like a great holiday appetizer!!! Yum!
They are indeed!
This looks really yummy and very easy! I am going to try it for a holiday party! Thanks for sharing! I would love if you stopped by my page, we seem to have very similar cooking styles! My page is http://www.keyrecipes.wordpress.com! I will tell you how the rolls turn out! mmmm I love Feta!
Thanks for visiting Tina. I’d love to check out your blog. Good luck with the sausage rolls. I’m sure they’ll be a hit.
Such a cute story Claire and your giving me an education too – I didn’t know that word tuckshop! I can just imagine you so proud of your responsibility!
Oh, and these rolls look delicious! Don’t you love puff pastry – makes all of us into fancy chefs! Thanks for your great tutorial and photos too!
I’m glad I could teach you something. Tuckshop was a highlight in primary school, especially when your mum was on tuckshop!
Ooh yes tuck shop time! I used to go for the sausage rolls too! It was just once a week but it was such a treat and I ate it so slowly! :D
Me too. I was also really strange and only ate about 3/4 of the sausage. The last 1/4 I would just eat the pastry. Oh how I love pastry!
oh yum! am so making these! we have home made sausage rolls for breakfast on Christmas morning – might have to try these ones this year. I always make enough to freeze, but I cook them first, then freeze them. mmmmm :)
Oh wow what a delicious Christmas morning food. We usually have croissants but sausage rolls might have to get in there too. Yum!
They look delicious. You know I love a good freezer-friendly recipe!
Susan
xx
I do indeed Susan!