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Msmen Filled with Chicken Recipe

Crispy Msmen Filled with Chicken Recipe for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a delightful Msmen filled with chicken, perfect for cozy nights. This recipe is a comforting Moroccan favorite.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 1 ½ cups Water
  • 2 tablespoon Sunflower Oil
For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion sliced
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs can substitute with chicken breast
  • 1 tablespoon Ras El Hanout
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon Cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 tablespoon Dried Parsley
  • 1 cup Cheese (e.g., Gouda, Cheddar, or Mozzarella) for filling

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Create a well in the center and add honey and water. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Add sunflower oil to the dough and knead for an additional minute. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced yellow onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add chopped chicken thighs, ras el hanout, turmeric, cayenne, garlic powder, and salt. Cook for 8-10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
  4. After the dough has rested, deflate it and divide it into 9 equal pieces. Roll each piece into balls, flatten them, and let them rest for another 30 minutes.
  5. Stretch each dough piece into a thin rectangle, add chicken filling and cheese, fold over and seal well.
  6. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil and fry each packet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, knead properly and ensure edges are sealed tightly during folding.

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