Elegant Chicken Strudel Recipe

Name: Elegant Chicken Strudel
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking Spray; 1 cup (225 ml) chopped onion; 1 10 ounce package fresh spinach, chopped (about 8 cups); 4 cups (950 ml) chopped cooked chicken breast (about 1-1/4 pounds); 3/4 cup (175 ml) (3ounce) shredded Swiss cheese; 1/4 cup (60 ml) egg substitute; 2 tbsp (30 ml) dry white wine; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt; 1/8 tsp (1 ml) black pepper; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 8 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed; 1/2 cup (125 ml) dry breadcrumbs; 1 tbsp (15 ml) butter, melted; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) paprika

Servings: persons

Cooking Spray
1 cup (225 ml) chopped onion
1 10 ounce package fresh spinach, chopped (about 8 cups)
4 cups (950 ml) chopped cooked chicken breast (about 1-1/4 pounds)
3/4 cup (175 ml) (3ounce) shredded Swiss cheese
1/4 cup (60 ml) egg substitute
2 tbsp (30 ml) dry white wine
1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt
1/8 tsp (1 ml) black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 sheets frozen phyllo dough, thawed
1/2 cup (125 ml) dry breadcrumbs
1 tbsp (15 ml) butter, melted
1/4 tsp (1 ml) paprika

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees
2
Heat a large non-stick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat.
3
Add onion, and saut for 6 minutes or until tender.
4
Stir in spinach and cook for 2 minutes or until spinach wilts.
5
Stirring constantly.
6
Eemove from heat.
7
Stir in chicken and the next 6 ingredients.
8
(Chicken through garlic).
9
Lightly coat 1 sheet phyllo dough with cooking spray (cover remaining dough to keep from drying).
10
Sprinkle with 1 tbsp (15 ml) breadcrumbs.
11
Repeat the layers with 3 sheets phyllo, cooking spray, and 3 tbsp (45 ml) breadcrumbs.
12
Gently press the layers together.
13
Place about 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) chicken mixture along 1 long edge of top phyllo sheet, leaving a 1/2 inch border.
14
Starting at the long edge with the 1/2 inch border, roll up jellyroll fashion.
15
Place seam side down, on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.
16
Tuck ends under.
17
Repeat with remaining 4 sheets phyllo, cooking spray, 1/4 cup (60 ml) breadcrumbs, and 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) chicken mixture.
18
Brush strudels evenly with butter.
19
Sprinkle each with 1/8 tsp (1 ml) paprika.
20
Bake strudels at 375 degrees (200 C.) for 20 minutes or until brown.
21
Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
22
Cut each strudel into 4 slices.
23
Serve immediately.

677

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking Spray, 1 cup (225 ml) chopped onion, 1 10 ounce package fresh spinach, chopped (about 8 cups), 4 cups (950 ml) chopped cooked chicken breast (about 1-1/4 pounds), and more.

Yes, Elegant Chicken Strudel 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!

Elegant Chicken Strudel

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Variations & substitutions

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