Recipe For Moroccan Chicken

Recipe For Moroccan Chicken

By CozyDelicious

If you're looking to add a burst of flavor to your weeknight dinner rotation, this Recipe for Moroccan Chicken is sure to delight your taste buds with its aromatic spices and tender chicken. This dish infuses the warm and exotic flavors of North African cuisine into a comforting and hearty meal that is perfect for gatherings or family dinners. Elevate your dinner table with this flavorful and easy-to-make Moroccan-inspired chicken dish that will transport you to a bustling spice market in Marrakech.

  • Prep 15 min
  • Cook 40 min
  • Total 55 min
  • Yield 4 servings
  • Cuisine Moroccan
  • Category Dinner
Non-Vegetarian Moroccan Chicken Chicken Recipe North African Cuisine Spices Comfort Food

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Set aside.

  3. Cook sliced onion in the same skillet until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

  4. Add cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, ginger, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another minute.

  5. Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.

  6. Return chicken breasts to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

  7. Add green olives and cook for 5 more minutes.

  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

  10. Serve hot over couscous, rice, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1 serving
Calories
380 kcal
Total Fat
18 g
Saturated Fat
3 g
Cholesterol
100 mg
Sodium
700 mg
Total Carbohydrate
12 g
Dietary Fiber
3 g
Sugars
5 g
Protein
40 g

Indulge in this aromatic and flavorful Moroccan Chicken recipe that is perfect for cozy dinners at home. The combination of spices, tender chicken, and savory olives will make this dish a new family favorite. Let the fragrant scents of cumin, cinnamon, and coriander transport you to the bustling markets of Morocco, all from the comfort of your own kitchen. Enjoy the rich flavors and warm spices of this enticing dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.