Description
Moroccan Chicken Flatbreads transport you to the bustling souks of Marrakesh with their fragrant combination of seasoned chicken, caramelized onions, and fresh herbs encased in flaky flatbread.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup fine semolina
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water (adjust as needed)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (for dough)
- 4 tablespoons melted butter (for lamination and frying)
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, semolina, and salt. Gradually add warm water and olive oil while stirring with a fork or your hands until a soft, elastic dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth. Cover the dough and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken Filling: In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 5 minutes. Add the diced chicken, cumin, paprika, cinnamon stick, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 15 minutes until the chicken is browned and tender. Remove the cinnamon stick and fold in the cilantro and parsley.
- Shape the Flatbreads: Divide the rested dough into small balls. Roll each ball out very thin—aim for a diameter of about 6-8 inches. Brush each rolled piece with melted butter, then fold the dough multiple times to create layers.
- Cook the Flatbreads: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it. Cook each flatbread for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
- Fill and Serve: Place a generous layer of the chicken filling on each flatbread. Fold or roll the flatbread over the filling and enjoy fresh from the skillet.
Notes
You can prepare the dough and filling a day in advance. For a healthier option, cook the chicken in an air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread with filling
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg