Musakhan

Musakhan

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Musakhan is a delicious traditional Palestinian dish that combines tender chicken, caramelized onions, aromatic spices, and sumac, all layered on top of a thin bread called taboon or markook. It is typically served with a side of tangy yogurt.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Calories: 788

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken bone-in (you can use chicken thighs or a whole chicken, cut into pieces)
  • 4 large onions thinly sliced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground sumac
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large flatbreads (such as taboon or markook)
  • Plain yogurt for serving
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Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet or frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are caramelized and golden brown, stirring occasionally. This may take about 15-20 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, heat another 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the skillet. Cook the chicken until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the sumac, cinnamon, and allspice. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the chicken, making sure to coat both sides. Cook for another minute or two to allow the spices to release their flavors.
  5. Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet and brush them with a bit of olive oil. Warm them in the preheated oven for a few minutes until they become slightly crispy.
  6. To assemble, place one flatbread on a serving platter or individual plates. Spread a generous amount of caramelized onions over the bread, then top with a few pieces of the spiced chicken. Repeat this layering process with the remaining flatbreads, onions, and chicken.
  7. Once assembled, return the Musakhan to the oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until everything is heated through.
  8. Serve the Musakhan warm, with a side of plain yogurt for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 788kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 42gFat: 53gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 26gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 222mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 759mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 184IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 3mg

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