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Moroccan Chicken Delight

Moroccan Chicken Delight

Discover the magic of Moroccan Chicken Delight with bold spices and tender chicken. Perfect for any occasion, this easy recipe brings vibrant flavors to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 to 6 pieces chicken thighs, drumsticks, or breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
  • 100 grams cooked chickpeas
  • 100 grams pitted green or purple olives
  • 1 unit preserved lemon chopped (optional but recommended)
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Sharp knife for chopping
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, and cumin, rubbing the spices into the meat.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the chicken pieces skin-side down for 5 minutes on each side, then remove them and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until they soften and become fragrant.
  4. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, broth, preserved lemon, olives, and chickpeas, stirring to combine.
  5. Return the chicken to the pot, nestling it into the sauce, cover, and simmer for 30–40 minutes.
  6. Just before serving, stir in the fresh cilantro and parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 345kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 26gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, briefly toast the spices in a dry skillet before using them. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months—just remember to add fresh herbs after reheating for maximum flavor. Feel free to adjust the spice levels to suit your taste—adding chili flakes can give it a nice kick!
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