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Tavuk Kapama
Medium 1 hr 22 min~520 kcal 8/10
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Chicken Pastilla
Saffron chicken, almonds, eggs, and delicate pastry layer into Morocco's sweet-savory celebration pie.
Hard⏱️ 2 hr📖 1 min readServes 6~620 kcal🌍 North African🌍 Full translation
50 min prep 65 min cook 5 min rest
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Timeline
Total 2 h- Prep50 min
- Resting/Marinating5 min
- Cooking1 h 5 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
For the filling
- 800 gr Chicken thighs
- 2 adet Onions
- 1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) Fresh ginger
- 1 tutam Saffron
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Cinnamon
- 3 adet Eggs
- 0.5 demet Parsley
Badem için
- 1 su bardağı(~200 ml) Almonds
- 2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) Powdered sugar
For the outer layer
- 8 yaprak Phyllo or warqa sheets
- 4 yemek kaşığı(~60 ml) Butter
General
- 1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Put the chicken, onions, ginger, saffron, cinnamon, salt, and 1 cup of water in a pot.
- 2
Cook the chicken covered for 35 minutes.
35 min35:00 - 3
Remove and shred the chicken, then reduce the sauce in the pot for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 4
Crack the eggs into the sauce and stir to make a thick filling.
4 min04:00 - 5
Toast the almonds and mix them with powdered sugar.
6 min06:00 - 6
Fold the buttered phyllo into the mold, layering the chicken, egg filling, and almonds.
- 7
Close the pastilla, brush with butter, and bake at 190°C for 25 minutes.
25 min25:00 - 8
Rest for 5 minutes, then serve with powdered sugar and cinnamon.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Do not put the filling into the phyllo while hot; the steam softens the pastry.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Dust with powdered sugar and cinnamon and serve with orange salad.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Iron
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B12
- Folate
Nutrition (per serving)
~620
kcal calories
36
g protein
45
g carbs
34
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 29%Fat 48%
GI 35 · Low GIGL 16 · Medium GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Egg
- Milk
- Tree nuts
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Chicken Pastilla make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Chicken Pastilla take?
Prep 50 minutes, cooking 65 minutes, including 5 minutes of passive resting; 120 minutes in total.Is Chicken Pastilla difficult?
This recipe is rated hard.How many calories does Chicken Pastilla have?
Approximately 620 kcal per serving. Protein: 36g, carbs: 45g, fat: 34g.Which allergens does Chicken Pastilla contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Egg, Milk, Tree nuts. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Chicken Pastilla belong to?
This recipe belongs to North African cuisine.How many ingredients does Chicken Pastilla need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
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