CHICKEN IN FILO BASKETS (LOW FAT)

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This was adapted from a couple of recipes in cookbook, Symply Too Good to be True by Annette Syms. The refrigerated Filo is easier to use, I find the frozen very hard to handle. I always serve this with steamed rice.

Provided by Ninna

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 sheets phyllo pastry, cut into quarters
250 g chicken, cooked
4 teaspoons light butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/4 cups skim evaporated milk
4 -6 shallots, sliced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
salt & pepper
1/2 cup low-fat cheese, grated
1 pinch dried tarragon, to taste

Steps:

  • Layer each filo sheet diagonally in greased ramekins, spraying lightly between each sheet with olive oil spray - 4 quarters for each ramekin.
  • Give each ramekin a final quick spray then bake for 10 minutes at 200degC (400degF).
  • Melt butter for white sauce, stir in flour and cook stirring all the time until smooth.
  • Add milk slowly, stir until thickened then add shallots, pepper, salt, lemon juice and cooked chicken; heat through.
  • Spoon chicken mixture into filo baskets, sprinkle with cheese and serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.3, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 110.4, Sodium 412, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 18.6, Protein 38.9

Raju Lopchan
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This is a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the filo pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


DYRAPP COMEDY
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a great party appetizer. I highly recommend it!


Fifi Makhuvele
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the filo pastry was crispy and golden brown. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my guests.


Eli Brandt
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a great party appetizer. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Cuteboys Cuteboys
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the filo pastry was crispy and flaky. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Debbie Meese
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I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the filo pastry was crispy and golden brown. I will definitely be making this again.


Haje Sadeeq
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I'm a big fan of chicken in filo baskets, and this recipe is one of the best I've tried. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the filo pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Ak Reya
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the filo pastry was crispy and golden brown. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my guests.


Mishkatul Karim
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This is a great recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the filo pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Miranda Crosby
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a great party appetizer. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Natanael Vasquez
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The chicken was moist and tender, and the filo pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Sandra Deakle
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I made this for my family and they loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the filo pastry was so crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Abubakar Saeed
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a great party appetizer. I highly recommend it!


Abid Hussen
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5 stars! This recipe is a winner. The chicken was juicy and tender, and the filo pastry was crispy and golden brown. I served it with a side of roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my guests.


Anesh Sharma
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken in filo baskets, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the filo pastry was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Khe Tho
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I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the filo pastry was so crispy. The whole dish came together in under an hour which was perfect.


Habibullah Brohi
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This recipe brought back memories of when my grandmother used to make chicken in filo baskets. The chicken was moist and tender, and the filo pastry was crispy and flaky. It was so delicious, and I'm so grateful for this recipe.