Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Puff Pastry

Thawed

2 ounce

Cream Cheese

Softened

0.75 cup

Frozen Spinach

Thawed and Drained

1 cup

Cooked Chicken

Shredded

2 unit

Green Onion

Chopped

0.5 cup

Feta Cheese

Crumbled

1 cup

Mozzarella Cheese

Shredded

1 unit

Egg

Beaten

2 tsp

Water

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 400 F.

Step 2
~3 min

Carefully unfold the sheet of puff pastry onto a lightly floured surface.

Step 3
~3 min

Spread the softened cream cheese evenly over the pastry sheet, leaving about 1/2 inch of space along the edges.

Step 4
~3 min

Spread the thawed and drained spinach evenly over 1/2 of the puff pastry sheet (widthwise), leaving about 1/2 inch of space along all the edges.

Step 5
~3 min

Spread the chicken and green onions evenly over the spinach, saving a 1/2 inch space around the edges.

Step 6
~3 min

Sprinkle the feta and mozzarella cheeses evenly over the chicken, still leaving a 1/2 inch space around edges.

Step 7
~3 min

Carefully fold over the half of the puff pastry that doesn't have anything on it.

Step 8
~3 min

Rub the edges with a little bit of water on your finger and press them together to seal them up nice and tight.

Step 9
~3 min

Combine the egg and water in a small bowl to create an egg wash.

Step 10
~3 min

Brush the outside of the crust with the egg wash.

Step 11
~3 min

Place the puff pastry pocket on a greased cookie sheet, or one with a silicon baking mat.

Step 12
~3 min

Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the outside is a nice and crisp golden brown.

Step 13
~3 min

Remove from oven.

Step 14
~3 min

Cut into slices and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make sure to drain the spinach well to avoid a soggy filling.

Don't overfill the pastry to prevent leaks.

Brush with egg wash for a golden brown crust.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 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 with a side salad.

Serve as an appetizer or main course.

Serve with tzatziki sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
Roasted Vegetables

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Greece

Cultural Significance

Inspired by traditional Greek flavors and ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Potluck
Party Appetizer

Popularity Score

70/100

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