Kotopita: Greek Chicken & Cheese Pie in Phyllo
"This Greek version of chicken pot pie is delicious. Creamy chicken and cheese in a bechamel sauce wrapped in flaky phyllo...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 lbs (1 and 1/2 kg) boneless skinless chicken thighs
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2-3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 and 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
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ground black pepper, to taste
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1/4 cup olive oil
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1 large onion, diced
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2-4 garlic cloves, grated
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1 (16-ounce/450g) jar roasted red peppers, drained and diced
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1 teaspoon dried thyme or oregano
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salt to taste
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freshly ground black pepper to taste
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pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
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1 cup crumbled feta cheese or more
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1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
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1 cup grated gouda or mozzarella cheese
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4 cups whole milk
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1/4 cup olive oil
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1/3 cup all purpose flour
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salt and freshly ground pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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2 eggs
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1 pound (#4) phyllo dough, thawed and at room temperature
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1/2 pound unsalted butter, melted
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a few tablespoons of sesame seeds (optional)
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