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Phyllo Chicken

Name: Phyllo Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, melted, divided; 12 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches); 3 cups diced cooked chicken; 1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled; 3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained; 2 cups shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese; 6 large eggs; 1 cup half-and-half cream or evaporated milk; 1/2 cup whole milk; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper

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Total Time

Prep: 15 min. Bake: 35 min.

Makes

12 servings

Updated: Jun. 30, 2023

Some years ago I found this recipe and streamlined it to fit our family. The broccoli adds a lot to the rich flavor. Phyllo is fun to work with, and its flakiness turns standard ingredients into a special, satisfying entree. —Joyce Mummau, Mt. Airy, Maryland

Phyllo Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home

Ingredients

1/2 cup butter, melted, divided
12 sheets phyllo dough (14x9 inches)
3 cups diced cooked chicken
1/2 pound sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
2 cups shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese
6 large eggs
1 cup half-and-half cream or evaporated milk
1/2 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 375°. Brush sides and bottom of a 13x9-in. baking dish with some of the melted butter. Place one sheet of phyllo in bottom of dish; lightly brush with butter. Repeat with five more sheets of phyllo. Keep remaining phyllo covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel to prevent it from drying out.

In a large bowl, combine the chicken, bacon, broccoli and cheese; spread evenly over phyllo in baking dish. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, milk, salt and pepper; pour over chicken mixture. Cover filling with one sheet of phyllo; brush with butter. Repeat with remaining phyllo dough. Brush top with remaining butter.
Bake, uncovered, until light golden brown and thermometer reads 160°, 35-40 minutes. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 373 calories, 24g fat (13g saturated fat), 195mg cholesterol, 659mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.

Phyllo Chicken

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