Description
Indulge in the aromatic flavors of Morocco with these delectable Moroccan Spiced Chicken Briouats. These savory pastries feature a flaky phyllo dough exterior and a tender, spice-infused chicken filling that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon ground coriander
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
– 1 package (16 ounces) phyllo dough, thawed
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the diced chicken, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Mix well and set aside.
3. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the minced garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute, until fragrant.
5. Add the spiced chicken mixture to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and cilantro.
6. Unroll the phyllo dough and cover with a damp cloth to prevent it from drying out.
7. Working with one phyllo sheet at a time, brush it lightly with the melted butter. Place a heaping tablespoon of the chicken mixture near the bottom of the sheet, then fold the phyllo over the filling, creating a triangle shape. Continue folding the phyllo over itself to create the briouat.
8. Place the folded briouats on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with any remaining melted butter.
9. Bake the briouats in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
10. Serve the Moroccan Spiced Chicken Briouats warm, accompanied by a creamy dipping sauce or your favorite condiments.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of ground ginger or a squeeze of lemon juice to the chicken filling. These briouats can also be made in advance and frozen, then baked straight from the freezer when needed.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Bites & Finger Foods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan