Description
This recipe for Moroccan Chicken Thighs is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines spices, dried fruit, and tender chicken thighs for a delightful meal with a North African flair.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Thighs:
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Spice Rub:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Other Ingredients:
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots or golden raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Prepare spice rub: Combine cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Season chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry and coat with the spice mixture.
- Sear chicken: Sear chicken in olive oil until golden brown. Set aside.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Cook onions and garlic until softened.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add chicken broth and dried fruit to the pan. Return chicken to the skillet.
- Bake: Bake in the oven for 25–30 minutes until cooked through.
- Finish and serve: Garnish with herbs and lemon juice before serving.
Notes
- Serve with couscous, rice, or flatbread to soak up the sauce.
- If using boneless thighs, reduce bake time to 20–25 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 chicken thighs
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
