Best 2 Moroccan Stewed Chicken Recipes
Welcome to the world of tantalizing flavors and aromatic delights, where we embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for Moroccan stewed chicken. This traditional dish, also known as "Djej Mchermel," is a symphony of flavors, blending the richness of chicken with a vibrant blend of spices, vegetables, and herbs. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating an authentic and delectable moroccan stewed chicken that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Morocco.
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MOROCCAN STEWED CHICKEN
I got this recipe from my husbands Mens Health Magazine. I made a few tweaks, one of which was to use boneless skinless breasts rather than the boneless skinless thighs the recipe called for. By making these changes I was able to get the fat down from over 16 grams to a little over 5, and cut the calories by more than half! This went together quickly and was very delicious. The house smells heavenly while this is cooking! (This could easily be made vegetarian by omitting the chicken.)Would make an impressive dinner for guests with very little effort!
Provided by DbKnadler
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a deep saute pan over med-high heat. Salt and pepper the chicken place it in the pan. Cook chicken for 2-3 minutes each side until browned. Add zucchini and continue cooking, stirring occasionally.
- When the zucchini begin to brown add the garbanzo beans, water, tomatoes, cayenne, cumin, and cinnamon. Lower the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through. (do not cover the pan).
- Season to taste with more salt and pepper and sprinkle with cilantro.
- Serve with steamed rice, or couscous.
ONE-PAN MOROCCAN STEWED CHICKEN
My husband came across this recipe in Men's Health magazine and asked me to make this. We just had this tonight for the first time, and we loved it! We appreciated its simplicity, its uniqueness, and the fact that it is a well-balanced dish - lean protein, veggies, beans, and whole grains - all in one pan (or almost all in one pan)! It has a wonderful flavor - that lovely sweet and spicy blend that is a mainstay of Indian/Moroccan food. I also loved that this was ready in under 30 minutes. Yummylicious!
Provided by Helping Hands
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in large saute pan or electric skillet.
- Sprinkle chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Place thighs in pan and brown on each side (2-3 minutes per side).
- Add the zucchini, stir and saute, until tender and lightly browned.
- Add the garbanzo beans (drained), diced tomatoes, and chicken broth.
- Sprinkle all with cumin, cayenne, and cinnamon.
- Turn the heat to low, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle with cilantro.
- Serve with whole grain rice or cooked couscous.
- NOTE: If you decide to serve this with cooked couscous, it tastes extra special with 2 tbs raisins, 2 tbs pine nuts, and some additional cilantro mixed in with the couscous.
Tips:
- To achieve the best flavor, marinate the chicken in the spice mixture for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you don't have time to marinate the chicken, you can still make this dish by adding the spice mixture directly to the chicken when you cook it.
- Be sure to sear the chicken over medium-high heat to get a nice golden brown crust.
- Once the chicken is seared, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add the vegetables to the pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking so that they have time to soften but don't overcook.
- Serve the chicken and vegetables over rice or couscous.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.
Conclusion:
Moroccan stewed chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of spices, vegetables, and tender chicken is sure to please everyone at the table. With a little planning, you can have this dish on the table in under an hour. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal, give Moroccan stewed chicken a try.
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