Mediterranean Diet Chicken Curry Puff

Delight your taste buds with these Mediterranean Diet Chicken Curry Puffs, a wholesome twist on a classic comfort snack. Packed with tender, spiced chicken breast, vibrant red bell peppers, fresh spinach, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, these puffs perfectly balance bold flavors with nutritious ingredients. Encased in golden, flaky whole wheat phyllo pastry brushed with egg for a stunning, crisp finish, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or a flavorful snack, these curry puffs stay true to Mediterranean diet principles by incorporating olive oil and nutrient-rich fillings. Quick to prepare and oven-baked to perfection, they’re a guilt-free indulgence the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Red onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 pound, boneless and skinless, diced Chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon, grated Fresh ginger
• 1 small, diced Red bell pepper
• 2 cups, fresh Spinach
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 10 sheets Whole wheat phyllo pastry sheets
• 1 beaten Egg

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, diced chicken breast, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is slightly browned and cooked through.

Step 4

Stir in the diced red bell pepper and fresh spinach, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Season the chicken mixture with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Remove the skillet from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 6

Lay one phyllo pastry sheet on a clean surface and lightly brush it with the beaten egg. Place another sheet on top and repeat. You should have a stack of two layers of phyllo for each puff.

Step 7

Cut the layered pastry into thirds lengthwise to create long strips. Place a heaping tablespoon of the chicken filling on one end of each strip.

Step 8

Fold the phyllo over the filling, forming a triangle. Continue folding, maintaining the triangle shape, until the entire strip is used. Repeat with the remaining pastry and filling.

Step 9

Place the filled puffs on the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops with the remaining beaten egg for a golden, glossy finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden and crisp.

Step 11

Allow the chicken curry puffs to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm as a snack or a delicious appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1130.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1730.4

Total Fat 63.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 586.1mg	0%
Sodium 4967.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 9.9g
Protein 158.4g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 261.6mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 2422.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.6%

Protein: 35.3%

Carbs: 33.0%