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Crispy Chicken and Garlic Cigars

Enjoy the delightful combination of flaky, crispy pastry wrapped around savory shredded chicken and garlic in these delicious Crispy Chicken and Garlic Cigars.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken Use any leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped Fresh parsley works best.
  • 1/2 cup olive oil Plus extra for brushing the phyllo.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Phyllo Pastry
  • 10 sheets phyllo pastry

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, minced garlic, chopped parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
  3. Lay one sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean surface and brush it lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top, and repeat until you have a stack of 3-4 layers.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Add a generous spoonful of the chicken filling near one edge of the phyllo stack. Fold the sides over the filling and roll tightly to form a cigar shape.
  2. Repeat this process with the remaining sheets and filling.
  3. Place the rolled cigars on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with more olive oil for extra crispiness.
  4. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Garnish with extra chopped herbs if desired.

Notes

For substitutions, try cooked turkey or spiced lentils for a vegetarian option. Keep unused phyllo sheets covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.