Authentic Moroccan Chicken Pastilla Recipe
Chicken pastilla is a famous Moroccan dish made with crispy pastry, tender chicken, almonds, and aromatic spices. This traditional recipe is perfect for family meals and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken
- 1 chopped onion
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Salt and pepper
- 100g almonds
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 8 sheets warqa or phyllo pastry
- Butter for brushing
How to Make Chicken Pastilla
Step 1: Cook chicken with onion, turmeric, ginger, salt and pepper until tender.
Step 2: Remove bones and shred the chicken meat.
Step 3: Cook eggs in the sauce until creamy.
Step 4: Fry almonds and mix with sugar and cinnamon.
Step 5: Layer pastry sheets with butter, chicken mixture and almonds.
Step 6: Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes until golden and crispy.
Chef Tip: Sprinkle powdered sugar and cinnamon on top before serving for authentic Moroccan flavor.
Nutrition
Calories
420
420
Protein
25g
25g
Carbs
32g
32g
Fat
22g
22g
FAQ
Can I use phyllo instead of warqa?
Yes, phyllo pastry works perfectly if Moroccan warqa is not available.
Can I make pastilla ahead?
Yes, assemble the pie and refrigerate before baking.