Cheesy Chicken Crescents (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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225ml warm water
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75g plain yogurt
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35ml sunflower oil
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15g honey
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10g instant yeast
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8g salt
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500g all-purpose flour
→ Filling
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50g freshly shredded cheese
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40g softened butter
→ Chicken Mixture
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2g ground cumin
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3g garlic powder
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3g onion powder
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25ml olive oil
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2g ground coriander
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700g diced boneless chicken thighs
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5g salt
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3g red bell pepper powder
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3g cayenne pepper
→ Sauce & Garnish
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1 beaten egg (for brushing)
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20g sweet soy sauce
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100g Algerienne sauce (spicy mayo)
# Instructions:
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Start by mixing yogurt, honey, sunflower oil, water, yeast, and salt into a bowl. Gradually add flour while stirring. Knead by hand or with a mixer for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover it and let it sit in a warm spot for an hour until it doubles in size.
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After the dough has risen, gently deflate it and divide into two pieces. Flatten each piece into a round shape about 32cm (12.5 inches) wide using a rolling pin.
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Take one of the circles, spread butter over the surface, and sprinkle with cheese. Lay the second dough circle on top and press the edges tightly to seal them together.
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Slice the layered dough into 12 triangles using a pizza cutter. Roll each triangle up from the wide end to the tip, forming a crescent shape.
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Put your crescents on a tray lined with parchment paper. Brush with egg and leave them in a warm spot to rise for another 30 minutes, until puffed.
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Turn your oven to 200°C (390°F). Bake crescents for 10-15 minutes until they're golden and cooked through. Let them cool a bit before moving to the next step.
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Heat olive oil in a pan. Toss in the chicken cubes and sprinkle all the spices: salt, cumin, cayenne, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, and bell pepper powder. Stir and cook for about 7 minutes, or until chicken is done and nicely browned.
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Mix the spicy Algerienne mayo with the sweet soy sauce in a bowl. Toss the cooked chicken in this blend until coated evenly.
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Slice open each crescent carefully once they've cooled. Fill with the chicken mixture. Add extra sauce or raw veggies for crunch if you like!
# Notes:
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These buttery crescents are packed with cheesy goodness and flavorful spiced chicken, making them a great snack or meal for any occasion.
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Give yourself time to let the dough rise – it's worth the wait for the soft texture and taste.
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Feel free to tweak the filling with your favorite spices or herbs to switch things up.