Embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to creating delectable phyllo rolls filled with the goodness of spinach and chicken. Discover the art of crafting this delectable appetizer or main course, where tender phyllo dough embraces a savory filling of spinach, succulent chicken, and a blend of aromatic herbs and spices. With step-by-step instructions and expert tips, this article will guide you through the process of selecting the finest ingredients, preparing the filling, assembling the rolls, and achieving the perfect golden-brown crispiness. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking new culinary adventures, let us help you master the art of making phyllo rolls filled with spinach and chicken that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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SPINACH & CHICKEN PHYLLO PIE
For a brunch showstopper, we make chicken pie with phyllo and spinach. Our kids go for it, too, especially when we serve it with a minty fruit salad. -Katie Ferrier Gage, Houston, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook chicken and onion over medium-high heat 7-9 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, breaking up meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in seasonings. Add spinach; cook and stir until liquid is evaporated. Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly. Stir in beaten eggs and cheese., Layer 10 sheets of phyllo dough in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, spritzing each with cooking spray. (Keep remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.) Spread spinach mixture over phyllo. Top with remaining sheets of phyllo, spritzing each with cooking spray. Cut into 8 rectangles., Bake, uncovered, 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. If necessary, recut rectangles before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 23g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 191mg cholesterol, Sodium 921mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 35g protein.
CHICKEN SPINACH CASSEROLE WITH MUSHROOMS AND PHYLLO
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter with the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, then add the onions. Cook, stirring, until just soft, about 4 minutes. Add the mushrooms and 1/2 teaspoon salt and continue stirring until softened, about 4 minutes. Gradually add the spinach and stir until completely wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and add the chicken; wipe the skillet clean.
- Whisk together the flour, broth, lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt and add to the same skillet over medium-high heat. Whisk until the mixture is boiling and simmer until just thick, about 2 minutes. Add to the chicken mixture with 1/2 tablespoon of the rosemary, then transfer to a 2-quart baking dish.
- Melt the remaining 3 tablespoons butter and brush onto each phyllo sheet, layering one on top of the other. Gently place over the baking dish and crimp the sides to fit. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 tablespoon rosemary and bake until golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.
PHYLLO ROLLS FILLED WITH SPINACH AND CHICKEN
These spinach, chicken stuffed rolls is easier then it looks. Looks like you took hours to make this exquisite dinner. Place slice of the rolls on your favorite chicken gravy served with simple white rice. Or slice into appetizer size slices for fun pickens! This recipe make 2 rolls.
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Chicken
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Mix the melted butter, garlic, breadcrumbs, & cashews (ingredients for the spread between layers of phyllo dough.
- ) Split in half.
- One pre roll.
- Mix Spinach Filling ingredients together the Spinach, Egg, onions, cayenne, & Basil.
- Split in half.
- One pre roll.
- Mix chichen and dressing.
- Split in half.
- Start with one phyllo sheet short side toward you.
- Take 1/2 of the butter mixture and spread it on one sheet, repeat laying a sheet of phyllo and the rest of the other half of butter mixture.
- Lay the third sheet over the butter mixture.
- Place 1/2 of the chicken over the prepared phyllo follow with 1/2 the spinach mixture.
- Roll up short end to short end and place on cookie sheet pan.
- When rolling remember you are in control so roll firmly.
- And tenderly spread the rolls with any butter that escapes onto your hand onto the outside of the rolls.
- Repeat with the other half of ingredients to make the other roll.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Slice into quarters for a meal or eighths for an appetizer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 538.9, Fat 38.3, SaturatedFat 18.2, Cholesterol 142.3, Sodium 528.4, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 19.4
SPICY CHICKEN PHYLLO ROLLS
Categories Chicken Bake Cocktail Party Low Fat Spring Phyllo/Puff Pastry Dough Gourmet
Yield Makes about 24 hors d'oeuvres
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a deep 12-inch skillet bring broth or water to a boil and add chicken breasts in one layer. Reduce heat and poach chicken at a bare simmer, turning once, 7 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and cool chicken in poaching liquid 20 minutes. Cut chicken into 1/4-inch cubes.
- In a large bowl stir together chicken, sour cram, scallion, lime juice, jalapeño, cumin, and salt and pepper to taste. Chill filling, covered, at least 2 and up to 3 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly coat 2 baking sheets with cooking spray.
- On a work surface arrange 1 phyllo rectangle with a short side facing you and lightly brush with egg wash. Put 1 heaping tablespoon filling in center of lower third of rectangle and fold long sides of phyllo over filling to cover. Lightly brush folded phyllo with egg wash and roll up jelly-roll fashion. Make more rolls with remaining phyllo and filling, brushing with egg wash in same manner.
- Arrange rolls, seam side down, on baking sheets and bake in batches in middle of oven 20 to 30 minutes, or until golden. Serve rolls with salsa if desired.
SPINACH CHICKEN ROLL-UPS
"This recipe is one that I have adapted over time," says Chris Duncan of Ellensburg, Washington. "It dresses up very well for company or special dinners yet is great for every night, too. The chicken breasts can be prepared and refrigerated until baking time if needed," she notes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; layer with spinach and cheese. Roll up and secure with toothpicks. In a shallow microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 tablespoon butter. Place bread crumbs in another bowl. Dip chicken in butter, then roll in crumbs. , Place seam side down in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. , In a small saucepan, melt remaining butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Discard toothpicks from roll-ups; serve with sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 679mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 43g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICY CHICKEN PHYLLO ROLLS
Serve these tasty finger rolls as appetizers or snacks; they can be made ahead of time and then baked just before serving.
Provided by Geema
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h15m
Yield 24 rolls
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring broth or water to a boil and add chicken breasts in one layer.
- Reduce heat and poach chicken at a bare simmer for 7 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and cool chicken in poaching liquid for 20 minutes.
- (You can use cooked, left over chicken just as well.).
- Cut chicken into 1/4 inch cubes.
- In a large bowl, stir together chicken, sour cream, scallions, lime juice, jalapeno, cumin and then salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill filling, covered, at least 2 and up to 3 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly coat 2 baking sheets with cooking spray.
- On a work furface, arrange 1 phyllo rectangle with short side facing you and lightly brush with egg wash.
- Put 1 heaping tablespoon filling in center of lower third of rectangle and fold long sides of phyllo over filling to cover.
- Lightly brush folded phyllo with egg wash and roll up egg roll fashion.
- Make more rolls with remaining phyllo and filling, brushing with egg wash in the same manner.
- Arrange rolls, seam side down, on baking sheets and bake in batches in middle of oven 20-30 minutes, or until golden.
- Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.8, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 18, Sodium 241, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.3, Protein 6.9
Tips:
- To ensure the phyllo sheets don't dry out, keep them covered with a damp cloth while working with them.
- You can use fresh or frozen spinach for this recipe. If using frozen spinach, thaw and squeeze out any excess water before using.
- For a crispier phyllo roll, brush the sheets with melted butter before baking.
- You can adjust the amount of feta cheese to your liking. If you prefer a less salty filling, use less feta.
- Serve the phyllo rolls warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as tzatziki or hummus.
Conclusion:
These spinach and chicken-filled phyllo rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They're perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. With their flaky phyllo pastry, tender chicken, and flavorful spinach filling, these rolls are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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