Savory Chicken, Cheese & Mushroom Phyllo Pockets
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Savory Chicken, Cheese & Mushroom Phyllo Pockets. Perfectly seasoned and perfectly baked, these strudels combine tender chicken breast with creamy cheese and earthy mushrooms, all enveloped in crispy layers of phyllo pastry. Perfect for sharing at dinner gatherings or enjoying as a quick, delicious meal. Serve alongside fresh baby spinach leaves for a vibrant touch.
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Servings
150
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cooking Spray
to coat
Chicken Breast Fillets
420 g (diced (3 small single))
Onion
1 medium (finely chopped)
Garlic Cloves
2 (crushed)
Button Mushrooms
200 g (sliced)
Phyllo Pastry
8 sheets
Reduced-Fat Tasty Cheese
60 g (grated)
Sesame Seeds
2 teaspoons
Baby Spinach Leaves
to serve
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2
Lightly coat a baking tray with cooking spray.
3
In a medium non-stick fry pan, spray cooking oil and heat over medium heat.
4
Add the diced chicken, chopped onion, and crushed garlic to the pan. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
5
Stir in the sliced button mushrooms and cook for an additional 2 minutes until they soften.
6
Drain any excess liquid from the mixture and allow it to cool for 10 minutes.
7
On a clean surface, layer two sheets of phyllo pastry, spraying cooking spray between each layer for added crispiness.
8
Spoon 1/4 of the chicken mixture onto the center of the layered phyllo.
9
Top with 1 tablespoon of grated cheese, then carefully fold the phyllo over the filling to enclose it completely, forming a pocket.
10
Place the filled pockets onto the prepared baking tray.
11
Spray the tops of the phyllo pockets with cooking spray and sprinkle with sesame seeds for added crunch.
12
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and flaky.
13
Serve hot, garnished with fresh baby spinach leaves.
Nutrition Information
4.5g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Chicken, Cheese & Mushroom Phyllo Pockets?
They are savory strudels made with chicken breast, creamy cheese, and earthy mushrooms wrapped in crispy layers of phyllo pastry.
What is the recommended oven temperature for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 200°C or 400°F.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 150 calories.
How much protein does this recipe provide?
There are 20g of protein per serving.
What type of chicken should I use?
The recipe calls for 420g of chicken breast fillets, diced.
How many sheets of phyllo pastry are required in total?
A total of 8 sheets of phyllo pastry are needed.
How do I prepare the chicken mixture?
Cook the diced chicken, chopped onion, and crushed garlic for about 5 minutes, then add mushrooms and cook for another 2 minutes.
Is it necessary to drain the chicken mixture?
Yes, you should drain any excess liquid and allow the mixture to cool for 10 minutes before filling the pastry.
What type of mushrooms are used?
The recipe uses 200g of sliced button mushrooms.
How much fat is in each serving?
Each serving contains 4.5g of fat.
What are the carbohydrate counts?
Each serving contains 7.5g of carbohydrates.
What type of cheese is used in these pockets?
The recipe uses 60g of grated reduced-fat tasty cheese.
How many sheets of phyllo are used per pocket?
Each pocket is made by layering two sheets of phyllo pastry.
How much cheese goes into each individual pocket?
Each pocket is topped with 1 tablespoon of grated cheese before folding.
How long do the pockets need to bake?
Bake them for 12-15 minutes until the pastry is golden brown and flaky.
What topping is used for extra crunch?
Sesame seeds are sprinkled on top of the pockets before baking.
How many pockets does this recipe make?
Since the instructions suggest using 1/4 of the mixture per pocket, the recipe makes 4 pockets.
What should I serve with the phyllo pockets?
They are best served hot, garnished with fresh baby spinach leaves.
How many garlic cloves are included?
The recipe uses 2 crushed garlic cloves.
Should I use butter or oil for the pastry layers?
The recipe recommends using cooking spray between the phyllo layers for added crispiness.
What is the preparation for the onion?
One medium onion should be finely chopped.
How much sesame seeds are needed?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of sesame seeds.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy meal and a quick dinner.
What is the purpose of the cooking spray on top of the pockets?
It helps the pastry brown and allows the sesame seeds to stick.
Can these be served as appetizers?
Yes, they are tagged as appetizers but can also be enjoyed as a main meal.
How long should the chicken cook with the onion and garlic?
The mixture should be stirred constantly for about 5 minutes until the chicken is tender.
What texture should the phyllo pastry have after baking?
The pastry should be golden brown and flaky.
Is this a healthy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy recipe and uses reduced-fat cheese.
How do you prevent the pockets from being soggy?
Draining excess liquid from the cooked mixture and using cooking spray between pastry layers helps prevent sogginess.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).