This Phyllo Chicken Bake is a comforting, savory dish that transforms simple leftovers into an elegant centerpiece. Crispy sheets of phyllo dough are layered with melted butter to create a golden, shattering crust. Inside, a rich filling of diced cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, and thawed frozen broccoli is bound together with a creamy egg and milk mixture. The combination of textures&# 226;ÂÂcrunchy pastry, tender vegetables, and savory meatâÂÂmakes this a satisfying meal. It is perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, offering a unique twist on traditional casseroles. Serve it warm for the best texture, as the phyllo crisps up beautifully against the moist filling.
Phyllo Chicken
Description
This Phyllo Chicken Bake is a comforting, savory dish that transforms simple leftovers into an elegant centerpiece. Crispy sheets of phyllo dough are layered with melted butter to create a golden, shattering crust. Inside, a rich filling of diced cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, and thawed frozen broccoli is bound together with a creamy egg and milk mixture. The combination of textures&# 226;ÂÂcrunchy pastry, tender vegetables, and savory meatâÂÂmakes this a satisfying meal. It is perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, offering a unique twist on traditional casseroles. Serve it warm for the best texture, as the phyllo crisps up beautifully against the moist filling.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 375ðF (190ðC).
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Melt the butter or margarine in a small saucepan or microwave.
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Brush the sides and bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish with some of the melted butter.
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Place one sheet of phyllo dough in the bottom of the dish; brush with melted butter.
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Repeat with five more sheets of phyllo, brushing each sheet with butter. Keep remaining phyllo covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
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In a large bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, thawed broccoli, and shredded cheese.
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Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the phyllo layers in the baking dish.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, light cream (or evaporated milk), milk, salt, and pepper.
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Pour the egg mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetable filling.
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Cover the filling with one sheet of phyllo dough; brush with melted butter.
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Repeat with the remaining phyllo sheets, brushing each with butter.
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Brush the top layer generously with the remaining melted butter.
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Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, or until the phyllo is golden brown and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
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Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 186.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20.7g32%
- Saturated Fat 6.6g33%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 307.5mg13%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.3g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 0.1g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Phyllo dough dries out quickly. Keep unused sheets covered with a damp towel while assembling the dish.
If you don't have light cream, you can use half-and-half or extra milk.
For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon and chicken, and add extra cheese or sautéed mushrooms to the filling.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
