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Moroccan Chicken Stew

Moroccan Chicken Stew to Warm Your Soul and Satisfy Hunger

This Moroccan Chicken Stew is a hearty, flavorful dish that offers comfort and exotic flair, perfect for a cozy evening.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 piece onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 can canned diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can chickpeas drained
  • 1 cup dried apricots chopped
  • 1/2 cup green olives sliced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For Garnish
  • to taste fresh cilantro/parsley for garnish
For Serving
  • as needed couscous or rice Moroccan couscous recommended

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add one finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is translucent and slightly browned.
  2. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic along with 1 teaspoon each of ground cumin, ground coriander, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add 4 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs to the pot. Season with salt and black pepper, and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  4. Introduce a can of diced tomatoes and 2 cups of chicken broth to the pot, scraping up any browned bits. Then add one can of drained chickpeas and 1 cup of chopped dried apricots.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the stew simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup of sliced green olives and taste for seasoning, adjusting with more salt and pepper as needed. Let it cook uncovered for another 5 minutes.
  7. Scoop the Moroccan Chicken Stew over fluffy couscous or rice on each plate, and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for three days or frozen for up to three months. Reheat by adding a splash of broth to maintain moisture.

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