CHICKEN, SPINACH AND DRIED CRANBERRY PHYLLO PIE

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Source: Anne Lindsay's New Light Cooking According to the author this recipe is a favorite of Toronto caterers Caroline McRobbie and Laurien Trowell of C'est Cheese Encore. All it needs is a salad and some crusty bread. TIP: For 2 cups of cooked, cubed chicken, microwave 2 large chicken breasts (1 1/4 lb), loosely covered, for 7 minutes on high or until the chicken is no longer pink inside.

Provided by Dreamer in Ontario

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h12m

Yield 1 pie, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/4 cups 2% evaporated milk
4 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper, freshly ground
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg, grated
2 (300 g) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed
2 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup pine nuts or 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 egg
2 cups cooked chicken, cubed (see tip in recipe description)
4 sheets phyllo pastry
nonstick cooking spray

Steps:

  • Whisk milk with flour in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring, until thickened.
  • Stir in salt, pepper and nutmeg; let cool slightly.
  • Drain spinach and squeeze out water.
  • Using a nonstick skillet, melt 1 tbsp of the butter over medium-high heat and cook the spinach, garlic, pine nuts & cranberries, stirring, until garlic begins to colour (about 5 minutes).
  • Stir egg into milk mixture then stir into spinach mixture along with the chicken.
  • Melt remaining butter.
  • Spray pie plate with nonstick spray.
  • Cut phyllo in half crosswise and drape across pie plate so 1/3 overhangs the plate.
  • Brush lightly with butter and press into plate.
  • Repeat with each sheet, layering and fanning sheets to overlap slightly and evenly cover pie plate.
  • Spoon filling into pastry then fold edges over filling to form 2 1/2 inch border.(if making ahead pie can be covered and refrigerated for up to 3 hours at this point).
  • Place pie on baking sheet, cover lightly with foil and bake in 375F oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until pastry is golden.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 80.4, Sodium 403.4, Carbohydrate 14, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 1.4, Protein 18.6

Libby Goldfinch
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Overall, this pie was a bit disappointing. The chicken was dry and the spinach was flavorless. The dried cranberries were the only thing that added any flavor. The phyllo dough was also a bit too thick and chewy.


Kelly Anderson
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This pie was a bit too dry for my taste. The chicken was a bit overcooked and the spinach was a bit wilted. The dried cranberries were a nice touch, but they couldn't save the pie. The phyllo dough was also a bit too thick and chewy.


Hakim jan Hakim jan
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I'm not a fan of spinach, but I loved this pie! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the cranberries added a nice sweetness. The phyllo dough was crispy and flaky. I would definitely recommend this recipe, even if you're not a fan of spinach.


Danny Eliya
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pie turned out delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the spinach and cranberries added a nice pop of flavor. The phyllo dough was also very flaky. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Cherry Tiamzon
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pie turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, the spinach was flavorful, and the dried cranberries added a nice sweetness. The phyllo dough was crispy and flaky. I would definitely recommend this recipe


Edward Buckley
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This pie was a bit bland for my taste. The chicken was dry and the spinach was flavorless. The dried cranberries were the only thing that added any flavor. The phyllo dough was also a bit too thick and chewy.


S A RiFaT
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I loved this recipe! It was easy to make and the pie turned out perfect. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the spinach and cranberries added a nice touch. The phyllo dough was crispy and flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Lil Homie
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This pie was delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, the spinach was flavorful, and the dried cranberries added a nice sweetness. The phyllo dough was crispy and flaky. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Nizam ullah utmani
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I've made this pie several times and it's always a winner. The chicken and spinach are a great combination, and the dried cranberries add a nice sweetness. The phyllo dough is always flaky and crispy. This is a great dish to serve for company or for


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This recipe was easy to follow and the pie turned out great! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the spinach and cranberries added a nice touch. The phyllo dough was crispy and flaky. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Moulana Elias
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I made this pie for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The flavors were perfect and the phyllo dough was so flaky. I will definitely be making this again.


Dalia Giron
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This phyllo pie was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, the spinach added a nice pop of color and flavor, and the dried cranberries added a touch of sweetness. The phyllo dough was flaky and crispy. Overall, this was a delicious a