Bastilla au Poulet

Bastilla au Poulet is a traditional Moroccan pie that combines sweet and savory flavors with tender chicken, nuts, and aromatic spices, all wrapped in crispy gluten-free pastry. This dish is an impressive centerpiece for lunch, offering a delightful blend of textures and tastes.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 300 grams, boneless and skinless
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Ground ginger - 1 teaspoon
• Ground turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Almonds - 50 grams, toasted and chopped
• Dried apricots - 50 grams, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Eggs - 2, beaten
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Gluten-free phyllo pastry - 6 sheets
• Powdered sugar - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic, chicken thighs, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
3. Add 200 ml of water to the skillet, cover, and simmer on low heat for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it cool slightly. Shred the chicken using two forks.
5. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, chopped almonds, dried apricots, and chopped parsley. Stir in the beaten eggs until well combined.
6. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
7. Lay one sheet of gluten-free phyllo pastry on a clean surface and brush lightly with olive oil. Place another sheet on top and brush again.
8. Spoon some of the chicken mixture in the center, fold the edges of the pastry over the filling, and shape it into a round pie. Repeat with remaining sheets and filling.
9. Place the bastillas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
11. Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then sprinkle with powdered sugar and ground cinnamon before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and eggs, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from almonds, which are good for heart health.

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