Description
Moroccan Spiced Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports your taste buds straight to North Africa. This incredible 7-step recipe features tender chicken thighs marinated in a rich blend of spices, creating a meal that’s both aromatic and visually stunning. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, couscous, or fresh bread. With its easy preparation and impressive presentation, Moroccan Spiced Chicken is sure to become a beloved favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in and skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Fresh parsley and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, lemon juice, and zest.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and marinate for at least one hour or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
- Brown the marinated chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet for about five minutes; flip to cook the other side.
- Pour in chicken broth until it covers half of each thigh; add optional dried apricots or olives if desired.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for approximately 30-35 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg