{"id":"recipe_22f7c4b187","slug":"musakhan-palestinian-sumac-chicken","title":"Musakhan (Palestinian Sumac Chicken)","description":"A fragrant and hearty traditional Palestinian dish featuring roasted chicken seasoned with warm spices, served over layers of taboon bread, olive oil-soaked caramelized onions, and plenty of tangy sumac.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":70,"totalMinutes":90,"activeMinutes":40},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"1.2 kg whole chicken, cut into quarters","name":"Whole Chicken","quantity":1.2,"unit":"kg","usQuantity":2.6,"usUnit":"lb","form":"quarters","notes":"bone-in, skin-on","group":"Protein","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"1 kg yellow onions, thinly sliced","name":"Yellow Onion","quantity":1,"unit":"kg","usQuantity":2.2,"usUnit":"lb","form":"thinly sliced","notes":"yellow","group":"Onion Mixture","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"240 ml extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":240,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"extra virgin","notes":"high quality","group":"Onion Mixture","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"60 g ground sumac","name":"Sumac","quantity":60,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"ground","notes":"tangy and deep red","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"50 g pine nuts","name":"Pine Nuts","quantity":50,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/3","usUnit":"cup","form":"raw","notes":"to be toasted","group":"Garnish","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"4 pieces taboon bread or thick flatbread","name":"Taboon Bread","quantity":4,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"piece","form":"flatbread","notes":"can substitute with thick naan","group":"Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"1 tsp ground allspice","name":"Allspice","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"1/2 tsp ground cinnamon","name":"Cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"Black pepper to taste","name":"Black Pepper","quantity":2,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"tsp","form":"ground","notes":"to taste","group":"Seasoning","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Place chicken quarters in a large pot with water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, skim the foam, and simmer for 30 minutes until partially cooked. Alternatively, season with allspice, cinnamon, salt, and pepper, and roast in the oven at 375°F (190°C) until golden.","group":"Chicken Prep","title":"Place chicken quarters","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Chicken Prep"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"While chicken is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add the sliced onions and cook slowly for about 20-30 minutes until they are very soft and translucent, but not browned.","group":"Onions","title":"Heat the olive oil","timerMinutes":25,"sourceTitle":"Onions"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Stir the sumac into the softened onions along with a pinch of salt and any remaining allspice. The onions should turn a deep burgundy color.","group":"Onions","title":"Stir the sumac into the softened onions along","timerMinutes":2,"sourceTitle":"Onions"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"In a separate small pan, toast the pine nuts with a teaspoon of olive oil until golden brown. Set aside.","group":"Garnish","title":"Toast the pine nuts","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Garnish"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"To assemble, dip a piece of taboon bread into the onion-oil mixture so it absorbs some oil. Place it on a baking sheet. Spread a generous layer of the sumac onions over the bread, then top with a chicken quarter.","group":"Assembly","title":"To assemble, dip a piece of taboon bread","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Repeat with remaining bread and chicken. Place the baking sheet in the oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 10-15 minutes until the bread edges are crispy and the chicken is fully cooked and hot.","group":"Assembly","title":"Repeat with remaining bread and chicken","timerMinutes":12,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Remove from the oven, sprinkle generously with the toasted pine nuts, and serve immediately.","group":"Garnish","title":"Remove from the oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Garnish"}],"notes":"For the most authentic flavor, use high-quality Palestinian extra virgin olive oil and fresh sumac. Traditional Musakhan is eaten with your hands by tearing pieces of the bread to scoop up the chicken and onions.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Palestinian"]},"course":["main"],"cookingMethod":["roast","saute","boil"],"equipment":["large pot","large frying pan","small frying pan","baking sheet"],"diet":["high_protein","mediterranean"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","tree_nuts"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"servings","note":"A very filling portion per person"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The onions and chicken can be prepared a day in advance. Assemble and bake just before serving."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover assembled bread and chicken in an airtight container.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat in the oven to maintain the bread's texture; microwaving will make the bread soggy."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_22f7c4b187%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=fe1b9575-e229-4f20-92aa-ff3772121129","imageAlt":"Musakhan (Palestinian Sumac Chicken) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["sumac","chicken","middle eastern","comfort food","onion"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Musakhan (Palestinian Sumac Chicken)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T01:48:59.947Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T01:48:59.947Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_93cd8cc1d5","slug":"foul-mudammas-egyptian-b0a2d1a5","title":"Quick Foul Mudammas with Canned Fava Beans","description":"A traditional Egyptian and Mediterranean breakfast staple made from slow-cooked fava beans, seasoned with garlic, lemon, and high-quality olive oil.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Egyptian"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","mediterranean","high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_93cd8cc1d5%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5f51ba9c-cd23-448e-9c6a-c10cf077e07d","imageAlt":"Quick Foul Mudammas with Canned Fava Beans — recipe cover","tags":["fava beans","egyptian breakfast","healthy","high protein","vegan"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":4},{"id":"recipe_e90a4fd311","slug":"kagianas","title":"Kagianas","description":"A traditional Greek breakfast delight featuring vine-ripened tomatoes and creamy feta cheese scrambled with fresh eggs for a Mediterranean start to your day.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_e90a4fd311%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b290bd3d-1e1d-42f8-8a20-bcfda19a5c6e","imageAlt":"Kagianas — recipe cover","tags":["eggs","tomato","feta","greek","mediterranean","healthy","quick"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":6},{"id":"menemen_a62c2fd7c2","slug":"menemen","title":"Menemen","description":"A classic Turkish breakfast dish consisting of eggs, tomatoes, and green peppers, traditionally served in a metal skillet with crusty bread.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["main"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","low_carb","gluten_free","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fmenemen_a62c2fd7c2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e9e71400-16af-40b7-bac9-bd5fd60261a7","imageAlt":"Menemen — recipe cover","tags":["turkish breakfast","eggs","tomatoes","vegetarian","healthy","quick"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":5}]}