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monika's moroccan chicken

★★★★★ 2
a recipe by
Monika Rosales
Pembroke Pines, FL

I had this plate once at Epcot Center in Orlando, Fl. So, remembering the flavors, I came up with my own version of it (minus the cinnamon).

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The spices in this recipe are blended perfectly! Each flavor is distinct without being at all overwhelming... Super tasty!

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
★★★★★ 2
prep time 15 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For monika's moroccan chicken

  • 3 lb
    chicken, thighs are best, but you can use breast
  • 1 sm
    diced onion
  • 3 clove
    garlic
  • 2
    lemons
  • 2 tsp
    paprika
  • 1 tsp
    cumin
  • 1 tsp
    ginger
  • 1 tsp
    tumeric
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 c
    kalamata (greek) olives
  • 1/2 c
    water
  • 1/4 c
    cilantro
  • 1/4 c
    parsley

How To Make monika's moroccan chicken

  • 1
    In a bowl, mix together the paprika, cumin, ginger, tumeric, and pepper. Gently pat the chicken pieces dry. Marinade in this dry rub for about 1 hour.
  • 2
    In a large skillet, add the olive oil and the chicken. Brown the chicken for about 3 minutes on each side. Then, add the onions, garlic, zest of 2 lemons, and juice. Next, add the water and olives
  • 3
    Let it simmer for about 30 minutes, until cooked thoroughly. Garnish with cilantro and parsley just before serving.
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