RECIPES

Chicken and Brie Crostini

A great appetizer idea for your next get together. For a gluten-free alternative, try serving the chicken and brie on Cortland apple slices instead of the bread.

Prep Time

25M

Cook Time

15M

Serves

12

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast(s)

2 tbsp (30 mL) canola oil

salt, to taste

pepper, to taste

1 baguette, multigrain

2 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced

1/4 cup (60 mL) mayonnaise

8 oz (230 g) brie cheese, extra creamy

2 cups (500 mL) arugula (rocket), washed and dried

1/3 cup (75 mL) tart fruit preserve, such as lingonberry, blackcurrent or cranberry

thyme, fresh, for garnish

Instructions

1 Brush chicken breasts with oil and season with salt and pepper.
2 Grill chicken breasts until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest piece reads 170°F (77°C) – about 5-7 minutes on each side. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Slice chicken on the diagonal into ¼ inch slices and set aside. This step can be done up to 24 hours ahead – refrigerate chicken until needed.
3 Slice baguette on the diagonal into ½ inch slices. Grill or toast slices until golden brown. Arrange on a large cookie sheet or two smaller cookie sheets, allowing for a little space between toasts
4 Rub one side of each toast with the garlic and spread with a little of the mayonnaise. Top with a few arugula leaves. Top with one or two chicken slices (depending on size).
5 Slice brie into thin slices (approx 1/6 inch thick), leaving rind on. Place brie slices on top of chicken.
6 Place chicken brie crostini under broiler for 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbling. Transfer crostini to a serving platter; top with a spoonful of fruit preserve and garnish with thyme sprigs. Serve warm.