MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH PRESERVED LEMONS

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Make and share this Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemons recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 lbs chicken thighs, skinned and rinsed
1 large chopped onion
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup kalamata olive (optional)
2 1/2 moroccan preserved lemons, cut in quarters
1/4 cup finely chopped cilantro (optional)

Steps:

  • Pour oil into a 10-12" frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken and turn pieces often to brown on all sides, about 15 minutes.
  • Lift out chicken and set aside.
  • Remove all but 1 tablespoon oil from the pan.
  • Add the onion, stir often over medium-high heat until tinged with brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in paprika, ginger, turmeric, and pepper.
  • Add 1 cup water, chicken, olives, 6 preserved lemon quarters, and 1 tablespoon preserved lemon liquid.
  • Cover pan and simmer, turning once, until meat is no longer pink at the bone (cut to test), about 20-25 minutes.
  • Skim and discard fat.
  • Transfer the chicken and sauce to a wide bowl.
  • Garnish chicken with remaining lemon wedges and cilantro.
  • NOTE: For less sodium, use ripe olives instead of calamatas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 801.5, Fat 59, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 286.6, Sodium 261.2, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.7, Protein 59.5

Md Mokul Khan
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This dish was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Yousif Hafeezi
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I'm always looking for new chicken recipes, and this one didn't disappoint. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Dhurba Bhujel
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great. The chicken was moist and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely make this dish again.


Val Alvarez
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I'm not a big fan of Moroccan food, but this dish was surprisingly good. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I would definitely make this dish again.


Deen Tube
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.


Ajauw vasaeli Ajauw
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The chicken was a little dry. I think I'll cook it for less time next time.


Zeeshi edits
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less cayenne pepper next time.


Azhar Mashi
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I'm not sure I liked the flavor of the preserved lemons. I think I'll try this recipe again without them.


Tina Board
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This dish is a great way to change up your usual chicken routine. The preserved lemons add a really unique flavor that I loved. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Irfan Rehman
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the preserved lemons. I will definitely be making this dish again.


JUNAID Farooq
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is incredible. I highly recommend this recipe.


zarc Jorala
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken, but this dish was amazing. The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this dish again.


Bernadette Jossette
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This dish was a hit with my family. The chicken was moist and juicy, and the sauce was delicious. I especially loved the preserved lemons, which added a nice tangy flavor.


Lashaunda Bonagofski
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Wow, this Moroccan chicken with preserved lemons is a味极了! The chicken is so tender and flavorful, and thepreserved lemons add a unique and tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this dish again.


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