Description
Moroccan chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that showcases the rich culinary traditions of North Africa. This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken thighs with a medley of aromatic spices, including cumin, cinnamon, and paprika, creating a delightful explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make recipe is not only delicious but also simplifies cleanup with its single-pot preparation. Serve it over fluffy couscous or rice to soak up the savory sauce and enjoy the warmth of Moroccan cuisine right at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14-ounce)
- Chopped cilantro and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, cumin, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Rub the spice mixture over the chicken thighs.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat; brown chicken thighs on both sides for about 5 minutes each.
- Remove chicken and sauté chopped onion until softened (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and tomato paste; cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, scraping the pot's bottom. Return browned chicken to the pot.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in chopped preserved lemon and olives; simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
- Discard the cinnamon stick before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 100mg