Czech Chicken Babka Recipe

Name: Czech Chicken Babka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1- 1/4 cup Flour; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1/2 cups Butter, Chilled; 1 whole Egg, Beaten; 3 Tablespoons Milk; 1- 1/2 cup Cooked Chicken, Chopped; 1 cup Celery, Diced; 1 can (10.75 Oz. Can) Cream Of Chicken Soup, Divided; 1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley Flakes; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1 can (14 Oz. Can) Chicken Broth

Servings: persons

1- 1/4 cup Flour
1/4 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1/2 cups Butter, Chilled
1 whole Egg, Beaten
3 Tablespoons Milk
1- 1/2 cup Cooked Chicken, Chopped
1 cup Celery, Diced
1 can (10.75 Oz. Can) Cream Of Chicken Soup, Divided
1 Tablespoon Dried Parsley Flakes
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1 can (14 Oz. Can) Chicken Broth

1
DOUGH: Sift or stir flour, salt, and baking powder.
2
Cut in butter until the size of peas.
3
Add egg and milk; toss with a fork until dough forms a ball.
4
Chill for several hours or overnight wrapped in plastic wrap.
5
When ready to make babka, roll dough on a floured surface into a 16x10 rectangle.
6
FILLING: Mix chicken, celery, half of the soup, parsley and the salt.
7
Place dough on a greased cookie sheet.
8
Place filling down the center of the dough.
9
Fold each side of the dough to the center, then fold ends in, moistening with water to seal.
10
Slash the top several times.
11
Bake at 375 degrees F for 45-60 minutes or until golden brown.
12
GRAVY: Mix the remaining soup with some of the chicken broth.
13
Heat and then thicken as for gravy.
14
Serve with the babka.

720

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1- 1/4 cup Flour, 1/4 teaspoons Salt, 1 teaspoon Baking Powder, 1/2 cups Butter, Chilled, and more.

Yes, Czech Chicken Babka 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Czech Chicken Babka

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Variations & substitutions

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