Waldorf Chicken Salad In Phyllo Cups Recipe

Name: Waldorf Chicken Salad In Phyllo Cups
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 6 cups chicken stock; 1/2 cup white wine; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 cups red seedless grapes; 1 cup diced celery; 3 sweet tart apples, peeled, cored, and diced (Braeburn, Mutsu, Golden Delicious); 1 cup chopped toasted pecans; 2 lemons, zest of; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 cups mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons ground cumin (this is a strong-flavored spice, I would start low and add to taste); 2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, plus more to taste; 50 phyllo dough, cups

Servings: persons

8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
6 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup white wine
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cups red seedless grapes
1 cup diced celery
3 sweet tart apples, peeled, cored, and diced (Braeburn, Mutsu, Golden Delicious)
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
2 lemons, zest of
1 lemon, juice of
2 cups mayonnaise
2 teaspoons ground cumin (this is a strong-flavored spice, I would start low and add to taste)
2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, plus more to taste
50 phyllo dough, cups

1
In a large pot, combine the chicken, stock, white wine, bay leaf, and thyme; heat over medium heat until the liquid simmers.
2
Cover pan and decrease heat to low; simmer the chicken, covered, until it is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
3
Let the chicken cool in the liquid, remove it from the pan, and cut the chicken into small dice; chill until ready to use.
4
Combine the grapes, celery, apple, walnuts, zest, and lemon juice in a big bowl; add in the chicken, mayonnaise, cumin, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
5
Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and pepper; refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours.
6
Fill phyllo cups with cold chicken salad and serve immediately.

2056

kcal

Calories

133

Fat

Carbs

180

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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 6 cups chicken stock, 1/2 cup white wine, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Waldorf Chicken Salad In Phyllo Cups falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Waldorf Chicken Salad In Phyllo Cups

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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