Moroccan-Inspired Chicken and Almond Pastilla

A flavorful twist on the traditional Moroccan Pastilla, filled with tender chicken and crunchy almonds, wrapped in delicate phyllo pastry.

Moroccan
Intermediate 45 min 400 cal
Steps

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). 2. Cook chicken breast until fully cooked, then shred. 3. In a pan, sauté chopped onion and garlic until soft. 4. Add shredded chicken, almonds, and spices. Cook for a few minutes. 5. Layer phyllo sheets, brushing each with melted butter. 6. Spoon chicken mixture onto the pastry. 7. Fold pastry over the filling to create a parcel. 8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until pastry is golden. 9. Serve warm and enjoy!

Ingredients

1 chicken breast, 1/4 cup almonds, 1 onion, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1/4 tsp ground turmeric, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, Salt and pepper to taste, 4 sheets phyllo pastry, 2 tbsp melted butter

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