Turkish Chicken Gözleme
A savory Turkish flatbread stuffed with spicy marinated chicken, cheese, and fresh herbs, Gözleme is a street food staple reimagined for your kitchen. This version adds a vibrant twist with aromatic spices and homemade dough, making it heartier and more flavorful than ever. Warm, crispy on the outside, and meltingly good on the inside—this is comfort food wrapped in tradition.
Equipment
Rolling Pin
Cast iron skillet or griddle
sharp knife
Tongs
Clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap
Ingredients
For the Dough:
2 cups all purpose flour (plain flour Australia and UK) - plus extra for dusting
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup water - lukewarm, adjust as needed for a soft dough
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Chicken Filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs - finely chopped
1 teaspoon cumin - ground
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon chili flakes - optional for heat
1 clove garlic - finely minced
¼ cup parsley - (flat-leaf) chopped
⅓ cup feta cheese - 9crumbled) or Turkish white cheese- ⅓ cup mozzarella - shredded, optional for meltiness
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Slowly incorporate the water and olive oil, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp towel and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat (350°F / 175°C), heat olive oil. Add garlic, followed by the chicken. Stir in cumin, paprika, and chili flakes. Sauté for 6–8 minutes until chicken is browned and cooked through. Turn off heat and fold in parsley and cheeses. Let cool.
- Roll and Fill: Divide rested dough into 4 equal balls. On a floured surface, roll each ball into a thin oval sheet about 1/8 inch thick. Place a quarter of the chicken filling onto one half, leaving edges clear. Fold over and press edges to seal.
- Cook: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat (350°F / 175°C). Cook each gözleme for 2–3 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until golden brown and crisp. Remove and stack on a clean cloth to keep warm.
Notes
- Add a pinch of sumac to the chicken for a citrusy tang.
- You can substitute vegetarian filling such as spinach and feta with the same method.
- Wipe the skillet with oil between gözleme to maintain even cooking and crispness.
Nutrition
Calories: 604kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 29gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 588mgPotassium: 351mgFiber: 2gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 583IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 4mg
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