Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Baked in Phyllo
Crispy, golden layers of buttery phyllo dough wrap around a rich, creamy filling in this irresistible recipe for Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Baked in Phyllo. Perfectly seasoned shredded chicken, finely chopped broccoli, tangy cream cheese, and gooey melted cheddar come together for a comforting yet elegant meal. Elevated with a hint of garlic, paprika, and a crunchy panko topping (optional), these individual phyllo packets are easy to make and bake to perfection in just 25 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or impressive appetizers, this recipe offers a delightful balance of texture and flavor in every bite. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup Broccoli florets, finely chopped
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.25 tsp Paprika
- 10 sheets Phyllo dough sheets, thawed
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp Panko breadcrumbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, broccoli, cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix thoroughly to create the filling.
Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean work surface. Lightly brush the sheet with melted butter. Layer another phyllo sheet on top and brush it with butter as well. Repeat this process until you have 3 layers stacked.
Spoon about 1/4 cup of the chicken and broccoli mixture onto one end of the phyllo stack, leaving some space around the edges. Fold the short sides inward and then roll the phyllo dough tightly around the filling, like a burrito, to form a sealed packet.
Place the rolled packet seam-side down onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo dough and filling.
If desired, sprinkle the tops of the packets with panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the phyllo dough is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and allow the packets to cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your cheesy chicken and broccoli baked in phyllo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.7 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.8 g | 564% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 824 mg | 275% | |
| Sodium | 3422 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.3 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 169.8 g | 340% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1092 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1834 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
