Description
Moroccan spiced chicken is a vibrant and aromatic dish that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This flavorful recipe is perfect for family dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the chicken thighs to the marinade and ensure they are evenly coated. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Cook the marinated chicken thighs for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove from heat and let rest covered loosely with foil for about 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve with rice or couscous.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the dish by adding seasonal vegetables or adjusting spices to your taste.
- For added depth, consider incorporating other North African spices like paprika or turmeric.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg