MOROCCAN CHICKEN BREASTS

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This recipe was taken from the internet while looking for looking for recipes from North Africa & the Middle East.

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 onion, chopped
1/2 lb butternut squash, peeled, seeded, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon saffron thread
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
2 ounces kumquats, quartered lengthwise, seeded
2 ounces prunes, pitted
1 tablespoon honey
4 cups cooked rice or 4 cups couscous
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • In large heavy skilled, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Sprinkle chicken with salt & pepper, then add to skillet & brown, about 7 minutes per side.
  • Transfer chicken to plate.
  • Pour off all but thin film of fat from skillet, then add onions.
  • Reduce heat to medium & saute until very tender & beginning to brown, about 10 minutes.
  • Add squash & stir 2 minutes.
  • Add cinnamon, cumin & saffron & stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add chicken stock & bring to boil, scrapping up browned bits.
  • Add chicken with any drippings on plate, kumquats, pitted prunes & honey.
  • Cover skillet & simmer until chicken is cooked through, turning occasionally, about 30 minutes.
  • Uncover & boil until liquid thickens to sauceconsistency, if necessary.
  • Season to taste with salt & pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead, then covered & chilled. Rewarm covered oveer medium heat.).
  • Mound rice or couscous on plates, then spoon shicken & sauce over.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro & enjoy!

Jasmine Rose
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I love the combination of spices in this recipe. The chicken is perfectly seasoned and the sauce is flavorful and aromatic. I served it with couscous and it was a perfect meal.


Dariel small
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This dish is a great way to add some spice to your weeknight dinner routine. The chicken is flavorful and the sauce is rich and complex. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Demarco Walker
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful. It's a great dish to serve for company.


Lana Stander
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This recipe is easy to make and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and aromatic. I highly recommend this recipe.


Enekoto Naanda
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I'm not a big fan of Moroccan food, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was flavorful and the sauce was rich and complex. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Paul Martinez
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and complex. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Anthony malette
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I love the combination of spices in this recipe. The chicken is perfectly seasoned and the sauce is flavorful and aromatic. I served it with couscous and it was a perfect meal.


Patrick Steen
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This dish is a great way to add some spice to your weeknight dinner routine. The chicken is flavorful and the sauce is rich and complex. I served it with rice and it was a delicious and satisfying meal.


Carli Du Toit
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always flavorful. It's a great dish to serve for company.


Imran Jaffery
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and aromatic.


Milon Mb
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was divine. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious and healthy meal.


camouflage Zone
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken breast, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and tender, and the sauce was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.


Atif Sab
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and complex. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ruth Adhiambo
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great. The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I served it with couscous and it was a perfect meal.


Arham Tahir
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I love Moroccan food and this recipe did not disappoint. The chicken was perfectly spiced and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I would definitely make this again.


Linda Nabuya
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Amazing recipe! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful. The sauce was also delicious and complemented the chicken perfectly. I served it with rice and it was a hit with the whole family.


Tabitha Lee
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I was looking for a new chicken recipe and this one definitely hit the spot. The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making this again!


Tonushrre Dutta
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This dish was an explosion of flavor! The chicken was succulent and tender, while the sauce was rich and aromatic. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. Highly recommend!


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