Description
This Simple Greek Spinach And Chicken Pie, also known as Spanakopita, is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. The flaky crust and savory filling create the perfect bite!
Ingredients
1 sheet Puff Pastry thawed
2 oz. cream cheese softened
3/4 cup frozen spinach thawed and well drained
1 cup cooked and shredded chicken
2 green onions chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg + 2 tsp water well beaten
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Unfold the puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface.
Spread softened cream cheese evenly over the pastry, leaving space at the edges.
Spread the spinach over half the pastry, leaving space at the edges.
Top the spinach with chicken and green onions, leaving space at the edges.
Sprinkle feta and mozzarella cheese over the chicken, leaving space at the edges.
Fold the pastry in half. Seal the edges with water. Brush with egg wash.
Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.
Slice and serve.
Notes
Don’t overcook the chicken. Cook it until it’s just cooked and still tender.
Make sure to squeeze out as much excess moisture from the spinach as possible to prevent a soggy crust.
For a perfectly golden crust, brush the top with a little milk or cream before baking.
Feel free to add a tablespoon or two of breadcrumbs to the spinach mixture for added texture.
Use a pastry brush, always.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 20g