A delicious Pakistani favorite! Here's a simple recipe for chicken bread:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup warm milk
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 cup ghee or oil
- Filling ingredients (see below)
Filling:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt, to taste
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk and yeast. Let it sit for 5-7 minutes until yeast is activated.
3. Add flour, salt, sugar, and ghee or oil to the bowl. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
6. Prepare the filling by cooking the chicken with onion, garlic, spices, and herbs until the chicken is cooked through and the mixture is dry.
7. Divide the dough into 2-3 portions, depending on how large you want your chicken bread to be.
8. Roll out each portion into a thin circle, place a portion of the filling in the center, and fold the dough over to form a square or rectangle shape.
9. Brush with egg wash or water and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Enjoy your homemade chicken bread!
Do you have any specific questions about this recipe or would you like any variations or substitutions?
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