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Moroccan Chicken-Stuffed Msmen

Savor Moroccan Chicken-Stuffed Msmen for Cozy Gatherings

Savor Moroccan Chicken-Stuffed Msmen, a flavor-packed dish combining spiced chicken and melted cheese in flaky flatbread.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Honey or agave syrup
  • 1 cup Warm water
  • 2 tbsp Sunflower oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil extra virgin preferred
For the Filling
  • 1 medium Yellow onion chopped
  • 1 lb Chicken thighs or chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp Ras el Hanout or a mix of cumin, coriander, and cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tbsp Dried parsley or fresh parsley
  • 1 cup Cheese e.g. Gouda or Cheddar

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • frying pan

Method
 

Making the Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, blend flour, baking powder, salt, honey, and warm water. Knead this mixture for 10-12 minutes until a shaggy dough forms, soft yet pliable.
  2. Pour in sunflower oil, kneading for an additional minute to incorporate. Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes to relax the gluten.
Preparing the Filling
  1. In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chopped yellow onion until it turns translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  2. Incorporate the chicken thighs, along with ras el hanout, turmeric, cayenne, garlic powder, and salt. Cook thoroughly until the chicken is no longer pink, then let the mixture cool completely.
Assembling the Msmen
  1. Divide the rested dough into 9 equal portions. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten slightly, letting them rest for another 30 minutes.
  2. Start stretching each ball into a thin rectangle. Place a generous amount of the chicken filling and a sprinkle of cheese in the center, then fold and seal the edges carefully.
Cooking the Msmen
  1. Heat a frying pan with sunflower oil over medium heat. Cook each stuffed msmen for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy, ensuring they are cooked through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a drizzle of honey for an added touch of sweetness. Allow the chicken filling to cool completely before sealing to ensure a crisp exterior.

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