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Moroccan Chicken Stew

Delicious Moroccan Chicken Stew That Warms Your Soul

Savor the rich flavors of Moroccan Chicken Stew, a comforting dish that brings warmth and adventure to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Chicken Recipes
Cuisine Moroccan
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 2 pounds bone-in, skinless chicken thighs

For the Base

  • 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 Stew

  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes undrained
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas canned
  • ½ cup dried apricots chopped
  • ¼ cup green olives sliced
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

For Garnish and Serving

  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
  • as needed couscous or rice for serving

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  • Add 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of ground coriander, ½ teaspoon of ground ginger, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Stir for 1-2 minutes to enhance the aroma.
  • Increase heat to medium-high and add 2 pounds of chicken thighs. Season with salt and pepper, and brown for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
  • Pour in 1 can of diced tomatoes, 2 cups of chicken broth, 1 cup of cooked chickpeas, and ½ cup of chopped dried apricots. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil for about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  • Add ¼ cup of sliced green olives, stir well and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
  • Serve the stew over cooked couscous or rice, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Notes

This stew can be made in advance and is freezer-friendly; make a double batch and freeze half for later use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 20mg
Keyword Comfort Food, dinner, easy recipes, Healthy, Moroccan Chicken Stew, stew
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