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Moroccan Spiced Chicken Thighs: Discover a Flavorful Recipe!

A flavorful recipe for Moroccan Spiced Chicken Thighs, marinated with aromatic spices and served with dried apricots and chickpeas.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup dried apricots chopped
  • 1 cup chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Mix well to form a marinade.
  3. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for more flavor.
  4. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat a little more olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5-7 minutes until the skin is golden brown.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs and add chicken broth, chopped apricots, and chickpeas to the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the marinade.
  • Serve with couscous or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.

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