Greek Style Chicken Wrapped in Phyllo
Elevate your dinner with this flavorful and elegant Greek Style Chicken Wrapped in Phyllo. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are infused with the vibrant flavors of olive oil, lemon, garlic, and Mediterranean spices, then topped with a savory filling of sautéed spinach and creamy feta cheese. Encased in golden, buttery layers of crisp phyllo dough, each bite delivers a perfect balance of textures and tastes. This impressive yet surprisingly easy recipe bakes to perfection in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for special occasions or weeknight indulgence. Garnish with fresh dill and serve alongside a classic Greek salad or roasted vegetables for a complete Mediterranean feast. Perfect for lovers of Greek-inspired cuisine, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Baby spinach leaves, roughly chopped
- 0.5 cup Crumbled feta cheese
- 8 sheets Phyllo dough sheets, thawed
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor).
In a small skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped spinach in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until just wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a small bowl, combine the sautéed spinach with crumbled feta cheese. Stir well to create the filling.
Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean work surface and brush lightly with melted butter. Add a second sheet on top, brushing with butter again. Repeat this process so you have a stack of 2 buttered phyllo sheets.
Place one chicken breast at the lower edge of the stacked phyllo sheets. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the spinach and feta filling on top of the chicken.
Carefully fold the sides of the phyllo dough inwards over the chicken and filling, then roll it up tightly like a burrito. Brush the outside of the phyllo roll with more melted butter to seal it and help it turn golden brown during baking.
Place the wrapped chicken seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet and repeat with the remaining chicken breasts, phyllo sheets, and filling.
Bake the phyllo-wrapped chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden and crispy and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should read 165°F/74°C).
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh dill if desired.
Serve warm alongside a Greek salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.9 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.8 g | 414% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 903 mg | 301% | |
| Sodium | 4532 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.1 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 240.4 g | 481% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 495 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2678 mg | 57% | |
*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.
