Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 tbsp

unsalted butter

1 unit

yellow onion

chopped

2.5 cup

cooked diced dark chicken meat

diced

1 tsp

ground ginger

1 tsp

turmeric

4 tsp

ground cinnamon

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 pinch

freshly ground black pepper

to taste

0.5 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

1 cup

toasted sliced almonds

lightly toasted

0.25 cup

canned chicken broth

3 unit

eggs

1 pound

phyllo dough

thawed if frozen

1 cup

unsalted butter

melted

3 tbsp

granulated sugar

1 unit

confectioners sugar

for garnish

Step 1
~3 min

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Sauté the chopped onion until soft and translucent (about 10 minutes).

Step 3
~3 min

Add the diced chicken, ginger, turmeric, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, salt, and pepper.

Step 4
~3 min

Stir in the chopped parsley and toasted almonds.

Step 5
~3 min

In a small saucepan, whisk together the chicken broth and eggs.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it resembles soft scrambled eggs.

Step 7
~3 min

Stir the egg mixture into the chicken mixture to bind.

Step 8
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 9
~3 min

Cut phyllo dough sheets crosswise into fifths.

Step 10
~3 min

Lay one strip of phyllo dough down and brush with melted butter.

Step 11
~3 min

Cover the remaining dough with a damp towel to prevent drying.

Step 12
~3 min

Combine sugar and remaining 3 teaspoons of cinnamon; sprinkle over the buttered phyllo.

Step 13
~3 min

Top with another phyllo strip and brush with melted butter.

Step 14
~3 min

Place a heaping teaspoon of the chicken mixture in the center of the strip (about 1/2 inch from the base).

Step 15
~3 min

Fold the corner across the filling, continuing to fold like a flag, creating a triangle.

Step 16
~3 min

Brush both sides of the triangle with melted butter.

Step 17
~3 min

Place the turnover on a baking sheet.

Step 18
~3 min

Repeat with the remaining phyllo, cinnamon sugar, and chicken mixture.

Step 19
~3 min

Bake for about 30 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 20
~3 min

Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.

Step 21
~3 min

Arrange on a serving platter and dust with confectioners' sugar.

Step 22
~3 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Keep phyllo dough covered to prevent drying.

Melt butter slowly to prevent burning.

Adjust spice levels to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Serve with a side of mint tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Moroccan tagine
Cucumber salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Morocco

Cultural Significance

A celebratory dish often served at special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Weddings
Eid al-Fitr

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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