Curried Chicken Turnovers Recipe

Name: Curried Chicken Turnovers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups chopped onion; 1 tablespoon chopped peeled ginger; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander; 3/4 cup water; 1/2 cup currants; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1 3/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, chopped; 1/2 cup fat-free sour cream; 35 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed and divided; Cooking spray; 3/4 cup shredded coconut, divided

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 tablespoon chopped peeled ginger
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup currants
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 3/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, chopped
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream
35 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed and divided
Cooking spray
3/4 cup shredded coconut, divided

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
2
Combine onion, ginger, and garlic in a food processor; process until finely chopped. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion mixture; saute 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Add curry and coriander; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add water, currants, sugar, salt, and chicken; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Uncover; cook 20 minutes or until most of liquid evaporates. Remove from heat, and cool slightly. Stir in sour cream. Place the chicken mixture in food processor; pulse until finely chopped.
3
Place 1 phyllo sheet on a large cutting board or work surface (cover remaining dough to prevent drying); lightly coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon coconut. Repeat layers 4 times. Cut crosswise into 4 strips. Spoon about 2 tablespoons chicken mixture onto one end of each strip. Fold 1 corner of edge over mixture, forming a triangle; continue folding back and forth into a triangle to end of strip. Repeat procedure with remaining phyllo, cooking spray, chicken mixture, and coconut.
4
Place triangles on a large baking sheet coated with cooking spray; coat with cooking spray. Bake at 400u00b0 for 18 minutes or until golden brown.

600

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups chopped onion, 1 tablespoon chopped peeled ginger, 3 garlic cloves, chopped, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Curried Chicken Turnovers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Curried Chicken Turnovers

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