Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
2 tbsp

Olive Oil

1 unit

Small Onion

Sliced

2 unit

Scallions

Chopped

3 cloves

Garlic

Minced

2 tsp

Curry Powder

2 cup

Cooked Chicken

Shredded

1 tbsp

Cilantro

Chopped

1 unit

Lime

Zested

2 tbsp

Lime Juice

Freshly Squeezed

1 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Pepper

4 tbsp

Butter

Melted

8 sheets

Phyllo Dough

0.25 cup

Panko Breadcrumbs

Step 1
~3 min

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Add sliced onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3
~3 min

Add chopped scallions and minced garlic and cook until golden, about 8 more minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Lower the heat and add curry powder; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Turn off the heat.

Step 6
~3 min

Add shredded chicken, chopped cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, salt, and pepper to the onion mixture.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir to combine.

Step 8
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 9
~3 min

Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 60 seconds.

Step 10
~3 min

Prepare a sheet pan with nonstick foil or parchment paper.

Step 11
~3 min

Lay one sheet of phyllo dough on a clean surface.

Step 12
~3 min

Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with breadcrumbs.

Step 13
~3 min

Repeat the phyllo, butter, and breadcrumb layers four times.

Step 14
~3 min

Spoon half of the curry chicken mixture along one edge (lengthwise) of the phyllo.

Step 15
~3 min

Roll it up tightly and set the roll seam side down on the baking sheet.

Step 16
~3 min

Repeat the process with the remaining phyllo and chicken mixture to make a second roll.

Step 17
~3 min

Brush each roll with the remaining melted butter.

Step 18
~3 min

Score both rolls diagonally into 1-inch pieces with a serrated knife, cutting about 3/4 of the way through.

Step 19
~3 min

Bake for 12 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 20
~3 min

Slice them the rest of the way through and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use store-bought rotisserie chicken for convenience.

Adjust the amount of curry powder to your taste.

Serve with a yogurt dipping sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as an appetizer or snack.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cucumber Raita
Mango Chutney

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Fusion

Cultural Significance

Modern appetizer with Indian and Mediterranean influences.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holidays
Parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Holiday

Popularity Score

70/100

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