Chicken Masachan
Tender confit of chicken in olive oil is seasoned with aromatic spices and served atop light and airy flatbreads, a dish inspired by Palestinian dish.
Main Course
Ingredients per serving
Prepare the Dish
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Chicken thigh meat - boneless and skinless 3.5 lbs
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Medium onions, cut in half and then cut into half moons 4.0 each
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2.0 qts
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Cardamom pods 3.0 each
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Cinnamon stick 1.0 each
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Star anise 1.0 each
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Bay leaves 2.0 each
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Allspice 8.0 each
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Flat pita bread (lafa or other Iraqi flat bread), warm 2.0 each
Preparation
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Prepare the Dish
- Season chicken with Knorr Chicken Caldo.
- Place the chicken in a pot over medium high heat (without oil) and brown on each side.
- Remove the chicken and add the onion into the same pot. Continue to stir until onions are browned.
- Return the chicken and any drippings to the pot.
- Add oil and the spices, and heat until little bubbles form (about 200°F). Cover and cook on low heat for 1.5 hours. Remove cover and let sit.
- Place the Chicken Masachan on the warmed flatbreads and serve.
