Cheesy Chicken-Filled Crescents (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
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500g all-purpose flour
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8g salt
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10g instant yeast
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75g plain yogurt
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15g honey
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35ml sunflower oil
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225ml lukewarm water
→ Filling
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40g butter, softened
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50g cheese, freshly grated
→ Chicken Mixture
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25ml olive oil
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700g boneless chicken thighs, cubed
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5g salt
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3g cayenne powder
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2g ground coriander
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3g garlic powder
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3g onion powder
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3g red bell pepper powder
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2g ground cumin
→ Sauce & Garnish
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100g Algerienne sauce (spicy mayo)
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20g sweet soy sauce
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1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
# Instructions:
01 -
In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, yeast, yogurt, honey, sunflower oil, and lukewarm water. Mix everything thoroughly and knead for 10-12 minutes until the dough feels smooth and stretchy. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise somewhere warm for about an hour, or until it's doubled in size.
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Gently punch down the risen dough to release air bubbles and divide it into two equal portions. Roll each piece into a circle about 32cm (12.5 inches) in diameter.
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Spread the softened butter evenly over one dough circle, then sprinkle the grated cheese on top. Place the second dough circle over it and firmly press the edges together to seal.
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Using a pizza cutter, slice the layered dough into 12 equal triangular wedges. Roll each triangle from the wide base toward the point to create classic crescent shapes.
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Arrange the crescents on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush them with beaten egg, and let them rise for another 30 minutes until they've puffed up and doubled in size.
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Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and bake the crescents for 10-15 minutes until they turn a beautiful golden brown. Since every oven behaves differently, keep an eye on them. Once done, set them aside to cool.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs along with all the spices (salt, cayenne, coriander, garlic powder, onion powder, bell pepper powder, and cumin). Cook for 6-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and has a lovely golden color.
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In a bowl, combine the Algerienne sauce and sweet soy sauce. Add the cooked chicken and toss until everything is well coated in the flavorful sauce.
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Once the crescents have cooled, carefully slice them open and fill each one with the chicken mixture. If you like, add extra sauce or some fresh veggies for an extra pop of flavor and crunch.
# Notes:
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These cheesy chicken-filled crescents combine buttery, flaky pastry with boldly spiced chicken for an irresistible treat. Perfect for dinner, lunch boxes, or as a fancy appetizer at your next gathering!
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The dough needs time to rise properly, so plan ahead - but the amazing flavor is absolutely worth the wait.
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Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite herbs or spices to make this recipe your own.