Best 6 Moroccan Chicken Salad For One Recipes

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From the bustling souks of Marrakech to the vibrant streets of Casablanca, Moroccan cuisine tantalizes taste buds with its aromatic spices, succulent meats, and flavorful sauces. If you're looking for a lighter, healthier option, Moroccan chicken salad is a delightful choice. This refreshing dish combines succulent roasted chicken with a medley of crisp vegetables, tangy dressing, and a hint of North African flair. Whether you're seeking a wholesome lunch option, a light dinner alternative, or a unique picnic dish, this moroccan chicken salad is sure to satisfy and transport your palate to the vibrant culinary landscapes of Morocco.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOROCCAN CHICKEN SALAD



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An unusual taste in chicken salad. The spices make it unique. Green bell pepper can be substituted for either or both of the other colors. Vary the amount of red pepper flakes if you want it hotter or less hot (it will taste fine without it if you prefer).

Provided by echo echo

Categories     Chicken

Time 10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 cups cooked chicken, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 small red onion, halved and sliced
1/2 cup red bell pepper, cut in strips
1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, cut in strips
1/2 cup ripe olives, sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 (8 ounce) container plain yogurt (nonfat is OK)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon caraway seed, crushed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken through parsley in a bowl.
  • Stir together the yogurt through red pepper flakes and toss with the chicken mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.1, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 57.8, Sodium 465.5, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 3.1, Protein 23.1

MOROCCAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 small parsnips, peeled and quartered lengthwise
2 medium turnips, peeled and cut into wedges
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons ras el hanout (Moroccan seasoning)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 lemon, halved
1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained, rinsed and patted dry
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken, skin removed 1/2 cup dried apricots, quartered
1/2 cup pitted oil-cured olives
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1 5-ounce package baby arugula-spinach blend (about 8 cups)

Steps:

  • Preheat the broiler. Toss the parsnips and turnips in a large bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon ras el hanout, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and add the lemon halves cut-side up. Broil until the vegetables are lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Toss the chickpeas in the same large bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil and the remaining 1 teaspoon ras el hanout. Add to the baking sheet with the other vegetables and stir. Broil until tender, about 5 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
  • Squeeze the juice from the broiled lemon into a large bowl. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper, then whisk in the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil. Add the chicken, dried apricots, olives and almonds and toss to coat. Add the broiled vegetables and chickpeas and arugula-spinach blend; toss.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Fat 44 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 31 milligrams, Sodium 964 milligrams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 16 grams

CHICKEN SALAD FOR ONE



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My fiance loves chicken salad, but it's not for me, so i always end up throwing out extra servings that other recipes make. So, I made a single serving one day and am sharing my recipe so you don't have to waste extra servings either! If you like your chicken salad crunchy, add some cashews! Serve as a sandwich or on top of lettuce!

Provided by happywife

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 shredded cooked skinless, boneless chicken breast
1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
1 tablespoon reduced-fat ranch dressing
1 ½ tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 teaspoon paprika
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, egg, ranch dressing, mayonnaise, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 389.1 mg, Fat 32.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 67.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 657 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

MOROCCAN CHICKEN SALAD



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Just as a little saffron, garlic and paprika can conjure the flavors of Spain, so too will preserved lemons, cumin, mint and olives evoke Morocco. This salad and the accompanying couscous can be doubled or tripled to anchor a generous buffet. Both can be assembled a couple of hours in advance and set aside on a kitchen counter. Serve them at room temperature.

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon hot Spanish paprika
1 teaspoon salt
6 skinless bone-in chicken thighs
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 large red bell pepper, cored, seeded and cut in 2-by-1/2-inch strips
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
2 small zucchini, ends trimmed, quartered lengthwise and sliced 1/2-inch thick
16 small pitted green olives
1 1/2 teaspoons harissa
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons honey
1/2 preserved lemon, flesh removed and peel minced
3/4 cup instant couscous
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves in chiffonade

Steps:

  • Combine cumin, paprika and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl, and lightly coat chicken with spices. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a sauté pan. Sear chicken on medium-high about 90 seconds on the "skin" side, turn, add wine, reduce heat to very low, cover and braise 25 minutes. Remove chicken and juices to a clean bowl.
  • Add bell pepper and onion to the pan and sauté on low about 10 minutes, until softened. Add zucchini and olives and sauté until zucchini starts to soften, about 5 minutes. Stir in harissa, lemon juice, honey and 3 tablespoons olive oil. Remove from heat.
  • Using your fingers and a paring knife, remove chicken from the bones and tear meat in strips. Place chicken and juices in a bowl, along with vegetable mixture from the sauté pan and preserved lemon peel. Toss ingredients together and set aside.
  • Heat remaining tablespoon of oil in a 2-quart saucepan. Add couscous and remaining salt and stir over low heat 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in 1 1/4 cups boiling water, stir, cover and set aside 15 minutes. Uncover, fluff couscous with a fork, stir over low heat a few minutes to dry it, then fold in half the mint. Transfer chicken to a serving platter, scatter with remaining mint and serve with couscous in a bowl alongside, all at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 879, UnsaturatedFat 42 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 60 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 948 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HOT MOROCCAN CHICKEN SALAD



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This easy grilled chicken is combined with a colorful tomatoes, peppers and olives, and drizzled with a spicy cumin, paprika and ground red pepper dressing. Best served on a bed of fluffy couscous to soak up all the fabulous flavors.

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 3/4 cups water
1 (10 ounce) box couscous
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 medium yellow pepper, cut into thin strips
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup olive

Steps:

  • Prepare grill or preheat broiler and broiler pan.
  • Bring water to boil in saucepan.
  • Stir in couscous and ½ teaspoon salt.
  • Remove from heat and cover.
  • Rub oil over chicken.
  • Mix garlic with ½ teaspoon salt and press with side of knife to form a paste.
  • Set aside ½ teaspoon paste in a large bowl for dressing.
  • Rub remaining paste over chicken.
  • Grill chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes.
  • DRESSING: Combine remaining garlic paste and all ingredients except oil and red onion in a bowl.
  • Gradually whisk in oil, and then stir in onion.
  • Toss dressing in yellow pepper, tomatoes and olives.
  • Fluff couscous with fork and spoon onto serving plates.
  • Arrange grilled chicken on couscous; spoon vegetables and dressing around chicken.

ONE-POT MOROCCAN CHICKEN



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The flavors of Morocco in an easy one-pot chicken recipe.

Provided by margaretnewyork66

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup crushed tomatoes, with liquid
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 stalks celery, sliced
½ cup water
¼ cup olives, or to taste
2 tablespoons raisins, or to taste
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add chicken, tomatoes, carrots, celery, water, olives, raisins, ginger, salt, paprika, cumin, turmeric, oregano, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper; mix to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken has cooked through and flavors have mingled, 25 to 35 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon juice and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 39 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 940.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use ripe avocado and fresh herbs.
  • If you don't have harissa, you can substitute another spicy sauce, such as sriracha or cayenne pepper.
  • To make the salad ahead of time, cook the chicken and quinoa separately and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • When you're ready to serve, simply assemble the salad and add the dressing.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of nuts or seeds for an extra pop of flavor.

Conclusion:

Moroccan chicken salad is a delicious and healthy meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. It's packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and the zesty dressing adds a flavorful kick. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your liking.

So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Moroccan chicken salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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