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Chicken Pastilla

Ingredients:

• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 boiled chicken, cut into small pieces (boneless and skinless)
• 1 tablespoon ground spices (white pepper, ginger, turmeric, Moroccan saffron, cinnamon)
• Salt and Pepper, to taste
• 2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh coriander
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 4 scrambled eggs
• 1 cup crushed roasted almonds
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 4 pastila (or gelash) sheets
• Eggs for topping
• Butter for spreading

Instructions:

1. Cook Chicken Mixture:

   • Heat olive oil in a medium pot. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened.
   • Add the boiled chicken pieces and ground spices. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until combined.
   • Add sugar and water. Simmer for about 7 minutes until syrup forms, then stir in chopped coriander and parsley. Remove from heat and let it cool.

2. Prepare Filling:

   • In a bowl, combine scrambled eggs, crushed almonds, powdered sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix until well combined.

3. Assemble Pastilla:

   • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
   • Prepare a deep circular mold (about 12 cm in diameter) and 4 pastila sheets.
   • Place two pastila sheets on the mold, allowing them to hang over the sides.
   • Spread a layer of chicken mixture over the pastila sheets. Top with the egg and almond mixture.
   • Cover with the remaining pastila sheets, brushing each layer with melted butter. Fold the overhanging edges over the top to encase the filling.
   • Brush the top with beaten eggs.

4. Bake:

   • Place the assembled pastilla on a greased baking sheet.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.

5. Serve:

   • Let the pastilla cool slightly before cutting into slices.
   • Dust with powdered sugar and cinnamon before serving.

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Moroccan cuisine with our Chicken Pastilla recipe. Tender pieces of boiled chicken, seasoned with aromatic spices and nestled within layers of delicate pastila sheets, create a harmony of savory and sweet flavors. Topped with a decadent mixture of scrambled eggs, roasted almonds, and a hint of cinnamon, this dish is a true culinary delight. Perfect for special occasions or family gatherings, our Chicken Pastilla is sure to impress your guests and transport them to the vibrant streets of Morocco. Try it today and embark on a culinary adventure like no other! #MoroccanCuisine #ChickenPastilla #MoroccanCuisine #AuthenticRecipes