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Moroccan Chicken & Rice

Savor the Comfort of Moroccan Chicken & Rice Tonight

Experience the delightful blend of savory and sweet in this Moroccan Chicken & Rice recipe, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Rice
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on recommended
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Rice Basmati or jasmine rice
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth for lighter version
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Canned for convenience
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced
  • 1/2 cup Dried Apricots Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Slivered Almonds Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Season chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, and half of the ground spices. Allow resting for 15 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers.
  3. Brown the chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Sauté chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  5. Add diced carrots and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  6. Mix in rice, drained tomatoes, and chopped apricots thoroughly.
  7. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  8. Return chicken to pot, skin-side up, over the rice mixture.
  9. Cover and simmer on low heat for 30-35 minutes.
  10. Sprinkle slivered almonds on top 5 minutes before serving.
  11. After cooking, fluff the rice gently and let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use good quality broth and allow resting time after cooking.

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