Moroccan Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
388 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Moroccan
Moroccan Chicken
Description
Moroccan Chicken combines a blend of ground spices—cumin, paprika, cinnamon, ginger, coriander, and turmeric—to create a fragrant base for tender chicken thighs. The cooking method starts with browning the seasoned chicken skin-side down in olive oil for crispness and flavor. Onions and garlic are softened in the pan before the spice blend and flour are added to create a thickened sauce with chicken broth. After returning the chicken to the pan, it is baked covered to finish cooking and develop rich flavors.
The addition of golden raisins lends subtle sweetness, contrasting with the salty pitted green olives stirred in after baking. A squeeze of lemon juice brightens the dish, while chopped cilantro adds fresh herbal notes. This combination produces a balanced dish with savory, sweet, and tangy elements.
This chicken is versatile for serving with rice, couscous, or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. The hearty spice mix provides a comforting warmth without overwhelming heat, highlighting Moroccan-inspired flavors with accessible ingredients.
Ingredients
For the spice blend
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric ground
For the chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 chicken thigh bone-in, skin-on
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 onion halved and sliced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup green olives pitted
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped leaves
Instructions
For the spice blend
- Add all the spices to a small bowl. Stir until combined.
For the chicken
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken skin side down in the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until browned.
- Remove the chicken from the pan. Add the onion and cook for 4-5 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the spice blend and flour to the pan. Cook, stirring constantly, for 30 seconds. Stir in the chicken broth. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the chicken back to the pan. Stir in the raisins.
- Cover the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is tender.
- Remove the pan from the oven. Uncover, then stir in the olives and lemon juice. Spoon the sauce over the chicken. Sprinkle the cilantro over the top, then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 141mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 272mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 481mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 3885IU | 78% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 31mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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