Description
A delicious and easy-to-make creamy chicken spanakopita bake with layers of chicken, spinach, and feta cheese wrapped in crispy phyllo dough.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 sheets phyllo dough
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, spinach, feta cheese, ricotta, cream cheese, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Brush melted butter on each phyllo sheet and layer them in a baking dish.
- Spread the chicken and spinach mixture evenly over the phyllo sheets.
- Top with remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each layer with butter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach for best results.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Phyllo dough can dry out quickly, keep it covered with a damp cloth while working.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek