Take-Out Moroccan Chicken With Preserved Lemons and Green Olives

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 0
Take-Out Moroccan Chicken With Preserved Lemons and Green Olives recipe
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 pieces preserved lemons ( see related recipe )
1 whole chicken , quartered
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion , finely chopped
4 garlic cloves , finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon sweet Hungarian paprika
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1 pinch saffron
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup chicken stock
16 green olives , pitted and halved
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat leaf parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
401
Sugar
3g
Fat
25g
Take-Out Moroccan Chicken With Preserved Lemons and Green Olives is a flavorful and aromatic chicken dish that is easy to prepare and perfect for a hearty family meal. This dish is inspired by the traditional Moroccan cuisine with a modern twist that everyone will enjoy. The chicken is cooked in a casserole dish with onions, garlic, preserved lemons, and green olives, flavored with warm spices such as ginger, paprika, and turmeric. This dish is a perfect choice for those who want to explore exotic flavors and try something new while also enjoying the comfort of a warm and hearty meal. Serve with steamed or roasted vegetables or fluffy couscous.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Rub the chicken pieces with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
3.In a heavy oven-proof casserole, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
4.Brown the chicken pieces on all sides, then remove them from the pan and set them aside.
5.Add the onion and garlic to the oil, and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
6.Add the ginger, paprika, turmeric, saffron and black pepper, and stir for 1 minute.
7.Pour in the chicken stock, stirring to blend in the spices.
8.Return the chicken pieces to the pan and add the preserved lemons and olives.
9.Bring to a simmer, cover the casserole, and place it in the oven.
10.Cook for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
11.Remove the casserole from the oven and stir in the lemon juice, parsley and cilantro. Serve hot.

PROS

This dish is flavorful and aromatic with a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

It is easy to prepare and requires few ingredients that are easily accessible.

Preserved lemons add a unique twist to the dish that is not commonly found in other chicken recipes.

CONS

This dish can be quite salty due to the olives and preserved lemons.
Ensure you rinse the olives well before adding them to the dish and use preserved lemons sparingly if you find them too salty.

The dish takes almost an hour to cook, so it is not a quick meal option for busy weeknights.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein with a low-fat content and is suitable for most diets.
Olives have anti-inflammatory properties and are rich in healthy fats and antioxidants.
Preserved lemons are high in vitamin C, potassium, and other antioxidants that are good for the immune system.

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