Description
These Moroccan chicken thighs are a flavorful and aromatic dish that brings the exotic tastes of North Africa to your table. Tender chicken thighs are seasoned with a blend of warming spices, then braised with sweet apricots, tangy olives, and savory onions. This one-pan meal is perfect for a cozy night in or for entertaining guests with its impressive flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Spice Mix:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Other Ingredients:
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ cup green olives, pitted and halved
- ½ cup dried apricots, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season Chicken: Mix spices in a bowl and rub over chicken thighs.
- Sear Chicken: Brown chicken in a skillet, then set aside.
- Cook Aromatics: Sauté onion and garlic, add broth, honey, olives, and apricots.
- Braise Chicken: Return chicken to the pan, then roast in the oven until cooked through.
- Finish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with couscous, rice, or flatbread.
- Boneless thighs can be used with reduced cooking time.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 thighs
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
