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Moroccan Chicken
Make this Moroccan Chicken for an easy weeknight meal or for a special occasion. Chicken thighs are cooked juicy, tender and so flavorful.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
1 hr 15 mins
Total Time
1 hr 20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 731 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Moroccan
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup green olives pitted
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1/4 cup raisins or dried currants optional
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
- Couscous or rice for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the chicken thighs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, skin side down, and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes on each side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Add chicken broth, green olives, and lemon slices. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- If using, add raisins or dried currants in the last 10 minutes of cooking.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and cilantro just before serving.
- Serve the Moroccan Chicken over couscous or rice, spooning the flavorful sauce over the top.
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Notes
- - Chicken: While chicken thighs are used for their juiciness and flavor, other cuts like breast or drumsticks can be used. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
- - Raisins or Dried Currants: These optional ingredients introduce a subtle sweetness, contrasting nicely with the savory and spicy components. Raisins will add a softer sweetness, while dried currants provide a slightly tangier flavor.
Nutrition Information
Calories
731kcal
(37%)
Carbohydrates
89g
(30%)
Protein
27g
(54%)
Fat
30g
(46%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
15g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
112mg
(37%)
Sodium
580mg
(24%)
Potassium
563mg
(16%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
598IU
(12%)
Vitamin C
20mg
(22%)
Calcium
81mg
(8%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 731
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 731kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 89g | 30% |
| Protein | 27g | 54% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 112mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 580mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 563mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 598IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.