Moroccan B'stilla
Crispy phyllo pastry wrapped around spiced chicken, almonds, and eggs, finished with cinnamon and powdered sugar. A showstopping Moroccan classic that's easier than it looks.
- Total time
- 50 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 652
- Protein
- 38g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces.
Step 2
Crack eggs into a bowl and beat lightly with a fork.
Step 3
Lay phyllo sheets on a damp kitchen towel to prevent drying.
Step 4
Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
Step 6
Add chicken pieces and cook until no pink remains, 8 minutes.
Step 7
Stir in ginger, cumin, and turmeric until fragrant.
Step 8
Add almonds and cilantro, then stir to combine.
Step 9
Pour beaten eggs over mixture and stir gently until cooked through.
Step 10
Transfer filling to a plate and let cool for 5 minutes.
Step 11
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Step 12
Brush one phyllo sheet lightly with melted butter.
Step 13
Lay second phyllo sheet on top and brush with butter again.
Step 14
Spoon half the filling into the center of the phyllo stack.
Step 15
Fold phyllo edges over filling to create a rough package shape.
Step 16
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet seam-side down.
Step 17
Repeat steps 12–16 with remaining phyllo sheets and filling.
Step 18
Brush tops of both pastries with remaining melted butter.
Step 19
Bake until golden brown and crispy, 15–18 minutes.
Step 20
Mix powdered sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Step 21
Dust warm b'stilla with cinnamon-sugar mixture before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Small bowl
- Fork
- Plate
- Parchment-lined baking sheet
- Pastry brush
- Oven
- Small mixing bowl
- Spoon
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