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Cheesy Stuffed Chicken with Pineapple Sauce & Creamy Spinach

Inspired by Salt n Pepper Lahore, this cheesy stuffed chicken recipe is crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and paired with a sweet & tangy pineapple sauce and buttery creamy spinach. It’s the perfect restaurant-style meal to recreate at home!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Pockets:

  • 750 g chicken breast minced
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 3 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tsp paprika
  • 3 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 tsp onion powder
  • 10-12 baby spinach leaves
  • 8 cheese slices cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice
  • 12 slices beef salami or turkey salami
  • ½ cup flour for dusting
  • Parchment paper
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Oil for frying

For the Pineapple Sauce:

  • 500 ml pineapple juice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 bowl pineapple cubes
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water slurry

For the Creamy Spinach:

  • 500 g spinach sautéed in butter
  • 200 ml milk

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine minced chicken, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until a smooth chicken paste forms.
  • Cut a piece of parchment paper and place a portion of the chicken mixture on top.
  • Flatten the mixture into a thin, circular shape (not too thin).
  • On one half of the circle, layer baby spinach, cheese slices, and beef salami.
  • Gently fold the other half over to form a semi-circle pocket, sealing the edges.
  • Repeat for the remaining mixture.
  • Freeze the chicken pockets for 10-15 minutes to help them set and hold their shape.
  • Remove the pockets from the freezer and lightly dust them with flour to absorb excess moisture.
  • Dip each pocket into beaten egg, ensuring an even coat.
  • Roll them in panko breadcrumbs for a crispy coating.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Fry the chicken pockets for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked inside.
  • Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  • In a saucepan, heat pineapple juice over medium heat.
  • Add salt, black pepper, and chili flakes, then stir in pineapple cubes.
  • Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in the cornstarch slurry, mixing continuously until the sauce thickens.
  • Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a pan, melt butter and sauté spinach until wilted.
  • Blend the spinach until smooth.
  • Stir in milk and cook on low heat until creamy.
  • Place the crispy stuffed chicken pockets on a serving plate.
  • Drizzle or serve with a side of warm pineapple sauce for dipping.
  • Pair with crispy french fries and creamy spinach.
Keyword cheesy stuffed chicken, crispy chicken, pineapple sauce