Description
Crispy Moroccan Spiced Chicken Briouats are a delightful fusion of flaky pastry and spiced chicken that elevate any gathering into a culinary celebration. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin and cinnamon, these golden-brown bites offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors that will leave your guests wanting more. Paired with a zesty yogurt sauce, these briouats are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to prepare, making them ideal for both casual get-togethers and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 8 oz phyllo dough (about 10 sheets)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, sauté garlic until fragrant, then add chicken. Cook until no longer pink inside.
- Let chicken cool slightly, then shred using forks. Mix shredded chicken with cumin and cinnamon.
- Unroll phyllo dough and cut into strips about three inches wide. Brush melted butter along one edge of each strip, place a spoonful of chicken filling at one end, fold into triangles.
- Arrange briouats on a parchment-lined baking sheet and brush with remaining butter. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, mix Greek yogurt and lemon juice in a bowl; season with salt to taste.
- Serve warm with yogurt sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 briouat (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg