Surprise feast in a parcel: Chicken Sultan Kebab recipe

This recipe offers a delightful "Tavuklu Sultan Kebabı" (Chicken Sultan Kebab), a baked dish designed to impress guests while being practical for weeknight dinners. The preparation involves a flavorful filling of chicken and vegetables, cleverly concealed within layers of ready-made phyllo dough, creating elegant "parcels."

The recipe meticulously outlines the ingredients needed for both the inner filling and the creamy béchamel sauce that crowns the dish. For the filling, diced chicken breast is sautéed with onions, then combined with mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, potatoes), tomato paste, and a blend of spices including salt, pepper, thyme, and red pepper flakes. The béchamel sauce is made from butter, flour, milk, salt, and pepper, providing a rich, smooth topping.

Step-by-step instructions guide the cook through each stage: sautéing the filling ingredients, preparing the béchamel, and assembling the phyllo parcels. Ready-made phyllo sheets are cut into triangles, layered in small bowls to form a base, filled generously with the chicken mixture, and then folded into a parcel shape. These parcels are then inverted onto a baking tray, covered with béchamel sauce, baked until lightly golden, and finally topped with grated Kashar cheese for a bubbly, melted finish.

The final dish promises a "masterpiece" with its combination of tender chicken, vegetables, creamy sauce, and crispy phyllo, all enhanced by the melted cheese topping. It's presented as a visually appealing and delicious oven-baked meal.