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Moroccan Chicken Stew

Hearty Moroccan Chicken Stew That Warms Your Soul

This Moroccan Chicken Stew is a comforting dish filled with vibrant spices and hearty ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: One Pot Recipes
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Stew Base
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs bone-in, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
For the Vegetables and Legumes
  • 14 oz diced tomatoes can, with juices
  • 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup chickpeas
For the Sweet & Savory Combo
  • ½ cup dried apricots chopped
  • ¼ cup green olives sliced
For Seasoning
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
For Garnish and Serving
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro or parsley chopped
  • couscous or rice for serving

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic, ground cumin, coriander, ginger, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and turmeric. Cook for 1-2 minutes until spices release aroma.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, and brown in the pot for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  4. Pour in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, chickpeas, and chopped dried apricots. Stir and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  6. Stir in sliced green olives. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Ladle stew over cooked couscous or rice, and sprinkle with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh spices for enhanced flavor. Adjust cayenne pepper to your heat preference. Taste as you go for balanced seasoning.

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