Best 7 Grilled Chicken With Moroccan Spices Recipes

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Grilled chicken with Moroccan spices is a delightful dish that fuses the bold flavors of North African cuisine with the convenience of grilling. This tantalizing recipe offers a unique blend of spices, herbs, and zesty citrus that creates a vibrant and flavorful dish that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you are a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will walk you through the steps of preparing and grilling a succulent and aromatic grilled chicken dish that is bursting with Moroccan flavors.

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GRILLED MOROCCAN CHICKEN



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Make and share this Grilled Moroccan Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 42m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil (the best quality you can get)
1/4 cup chopped scallion (, white part only)
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • Combine oil, scallions, parsley, cilantro, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, turmeric and cayenne pepper in the container of a food processor.
  • Process until smooth.
  • Rub the mixture on both sides of the chicken breasts and let stand 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the grill to medium hot.
  • Grill chicken breasts 5-7 minutes on each side, or until done.

GRILLED MOROCCAN CHICKEN



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The spices in this grilled chicken recipe are reminiscent of ras el hanout, a North African spice blend that usually contains over a dozen spices.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1½ to 1¾ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (or chicken tenderloins)
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts between 2 pieces of wax or parchment paper and, using a meat mallet, pound to an even ½-inch thickness. (Skip this step if substituting chicken tenderloins.)
  • Mix all ingredients except chicken together in a small bowl or measuring cup. Place pounded chicken breasts inside a 1 gallon zip-lock bag. Add marinade to the bag, press air out and seal shut. Massage marinade into the breasts until evenly coated. Place the bag in a bowl in the refrigerator (to protect against leakage), and let the chicken marinate for 5-6 hours.
  • Clean grill and preheat to high. Place chicken breasts on grill, spooning marinade over top. Grill, covered, for 2-3 minutes per side. Do not overcook.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344, Fat 19g, Carbohydrate 3g, Protein 40g, SaturatedFat 3g, Sugar 1g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 798mg, Cholesterol 118mg

MOROCCAN-SPICED CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound green beans, trimmed
4 carrots, halved crosswise and quartered lengthwise
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons ras el hanout (Moroccan seasoning)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup sliced almonds
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 8 ounces each)
1 small shallot, finely chopped (about 1/3 cup)
1 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/4 cup pitted small green olives, halved
2 teaspoons harissa

Steps:

  • Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 450 degrees F. Toss the green beans and carrots with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon each ras el hanout and salt and a few grinds of pepper on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast on the upper rack until tender and lightly browned, adding the almonds halfway through, 25 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken on both sides with the remaining 1 teaspoon ras el hanout and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add to the skillet; cook until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to another rimmed baking sheet and roast on the lower oven rack until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Return the skillet to medium-high heat and add the shallot. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 1 minute. Stir in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits, then add the apricots, olives and harissa. Cook until the apricots soften and the broth is reduced by two-thirds, about 5 minutes; season with salt. Pour any accumulated juices from the chicken into the sauce.
  • Slice the chicken and serve with the roasted vegetables. Spoon the sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 125 milligrams, Sodium 725 milligrams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 52 grams, Sugar 10 grams

MOROCCAN-SPICED CHICKEN



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Pair this Moroccan-spiced chicken from the February 2009 issue of Martha Stewart Living with Olive, Apricot, and Pistachio Couscous for a mouthwatering meal the whole family will enjoy.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 whole chicken (4 pounds), quartered, skin on
1 lemon, quartered

Steps:

  • Place a rimmed baking sheet on the center rack of oven and preheat oven to 450 degrees. Mix spices, 2 teaspoons salt, 3/4 teaspoon pepper, and the oil in a small bowl. Rub spice paste all over chicken.
  • Carefully arrange chicken in a single layer on hot sheet, and arrange lemon wedges around chicken. Bake until chicken registers 165 degrees on an instant-read thermometer and juices run clear, 30 to 35 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and serve with pan juices and roasted lemon wedges on the side.

GRILLED CHICKEN MOROCCAN STYLE



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Categories     Chicken     Marinate     Low Carb     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Vinegar     Spice     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Cinnamon     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons ground cumin
1 1/2 tablespoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 large chicken breast halves with skin and ribs, cut crosswise in half
4 chicken legs
4 chicken thighs
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Whisk first 8 ingredients in large glass baking dish. Add all chicken; turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap; chill 4 to 6 hours.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Place marinade-coated chicken on barbecue. Grill chicken until just cooked through, occasionally brushing with any remaining marinade, about 10 minutes per side for breasts and about 12 minutes per side for leg and thigh pieces. Transfer chicken to platter. Sprinkle with parsley.

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH MOROCCAN SPICES



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In Morocco cooks rub chickens (poussins, about 1 pound are best) with an aromatic paste, like this one, before grilling. From Saveur magazine. Time for marinating is not included in cook time.

Provided by susie cooks

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 scallions, white ends only, chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 pinch hot paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 cup butter, soft
2 small chicken

Steps:

  • Crush the scallions, garlic, cilantro, parsley, salt, paprikas, and cumin with a mortar and pestle. Blend in soft butter.
  • Wash poussins or chickens, split them bown the back, and flatten; dry well.
  • Rub inside and out with butter paste, then let stand at least 1 hour. Save any extra paste.
  • Preheat grill, place chickens skin side up. Turn after 2 minutes and baste with any extra paste. Continue to turn and baste until skin is crisp and flesh is firm.

GRILLED GAME HEN WITH MOROCCAN SPICES



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Categories     Low Carb     Low/No Sugar     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Spice     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons minced garlic, mashed to paste
1 large Cornish game hen (about 1 1/2 pounds), quartered

Steps:

  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Stir curry powder, coriander, cumin and cayenne in heavy small skillet over medium-low heat until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add garlic to skillet; mix into spices.
  • Using fingertips, loosen skin of game hen pieces. Rub spice paste onto meat under skin. Sprinkle outside of pieces with salt and pepper.
  • Place hen pieces on grill. Cover with foil and grill 10 minutes. Uncover; turn pieces over. Cover and continue to grill until golden brown, cooked through and juices run clear when hen is pierced with small knife, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes for breast pieces and 15 minutes for leg-thigh pieces. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes. This will help the flavors to penetrate the chicken and make it more flavorful.
  • Use a variety of spices. The spices used in this recipe are all common Moroccan spices, but you can use any spices that you like.
  • Don't overcrowd the grill. If you overcrowd the grill, the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat. This will help to prevent the chicken from burning.
  • Baste the chicken with the marinade while it is cooking. This will help to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken.

Conclusion:

Grilled chicken with Moroccan spices is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, then grilled to perfection. The result is a juicy and flavorful chicken that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook chicken, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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