DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Medium
SERVES:
4
COURSE:
Entree
CUISINE:
Mediterranean
DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Medium
SERVES:
4
COURSE:
Entree
CUISINE:
Mediterranean
Mediterranean Chicken Panzerotti
Imagine golden, crispy pockets of pizza dough filled with a savory blend of tender shredded chicken, sautéed spinach, roasted red peppers, artichokes, black olives, and a sprinkle of feta cheese. Each panzerotto is brushed with a touch of milk and Parmesan, then baked until perfectly golden. This Mediterranean-inspired twist on a classic turnover is both satisfying and flavorful—ideal for a cozy dinner or a fun appetizer. Ready in about 50 minutes, it’s a delightful fusion of flavors that’s sure to please.
Mediterranean Chicken Panzerotti
Imagine golden, crispy pockets of pizza dough filled with a savory blend of tender shredded chicken, sautéed spinach, roasted red peppers, artichokes, black olives, and a sprinkle of feta cheese. Each panzerotto is brushed with a touch of milk and Parmesan, then baked until perfectly golden. This Mediterranean-inspired twist on a classic turnover is both satisfying and flavorful—ideal for a cozy dinner or a fun appetizer. Ready in about 50 minutes, it’s a delightful fusion of flavors that’s sure to please.
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
50 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Medium
Serves:
4
Course:
Entree
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
INGREDIENTS
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup sliced red onion
1 cup baby spinach
1/2 cup chopped roasted red pepper
1/4 cup chopped canned artichokes, drained and squeezed dried
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1 (26 oz./750g) store bought pizza dough
1 cup pizza sauce
2 (10 or 12.5 oz.) cans chicken in water, drained
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
INGREDIENTS
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup sliced red onion
1 cup baby spinach
1/2 cup chopped roasted red pepper
1/4 cup chopped canned artichokes, drained and squeezed dried
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1 (26 oz./750g) store bought pizza dough
1 cup pizza sauce
2 (10 or 12.5 oz.) cans chicken in water, drained
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic and red onion for 2 minutes or until tender. Add spinach and saute for 3 minutes or until moisture is evaporated. Squeeze to remove any additional moisture. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. On lightly floured surface roll each into 8-inch rounds. Transfer rounds to large baking sheet. On half of each circle and leaving 1-inch around edge, spread ¼ cup of pizza sauce. Shred chicken if in chunk form. In a bowl, mix the canned chicken, spinach mixture, red peppers, artichokes, olive and feta. Divide equally on half of each round over the pizza sauce. Top each with ¼ cup mozzarella cheese. Gently fold dough over the filling and seal the edges with a fork. Cut 2 slits on top. Transfer panzerotti onto prepared baking sheet and brush tops with milk and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Bake for about 25 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes.
ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories ~1,240 kcal
Protein ~88 g
Total Fat ~56 g
Saturated Fat ~13 g
Carbohydrates ~106 g
Sugar ~18 g
Fiber ~11 g
Cholesterol ~70 mg
Sodium ~2,400 mg
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic and red onion for 2 minutes or until tender. Add spinach and saute for 3 minutes or until moisture is evaporated. Squeeze to remove any additional moisture. Preheat oven to 400F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. On lightly floured surface roll each into 8-inch rounds. Transfer rounds to large baking sheet. On half of each circle and leaving 1-inch around edge, spread ¼ cup of pizza sauce. Shred chicken if in chunk form. In a bowl, mix the canned chicken, spinach mixture, red peppers, artichokes, olive and feta. Divide equally on half of each round over the pizza sauce. Top each with ¼ cup mozzarella cheese. Gently fold dough over the filling and seal the edges with a fork. Cut 2 slits on top. Transfer panzerotti onto prepared baking sheet and brush tops with milk and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Bake for about 25 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes.
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ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES
Calories ~1,240 kcal
Protein ~88 g
Total Fat ~56 g
Saturated Fat ~13 g
Carbohydrates ~106 g
Sugar ~18 g
Fiber ~11 g
Cholesterol ~70 mg
Sodium ~2,400 mg