moroccan chicken with honey & fruit

Deep In The Heart of, TX
Updated on Jun 14, 2019

Warm spices and the sweetness from the honey and fruit make this chicken dish a perfect comfort food. Serve with some couscous and a Moroccan salad.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 1 Hr 10 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 chicken thigh/leg portions
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup almonds. slivered or chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped parsley for garnish

How To Make moroccan chicken with honey & fruit

  • Step 1
    Using a large heavy pot, brown the chicken in olive oil; then remove to a plate.
  • Step 2
    Add onion and garlic and cook until soft and translucent. Add cinnamon and ginger and allow the flavors to develop for 1 minute; then return the chicken to the pot. Add the lemon juice, stock and honey. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and gently cook for 1 hour.
  • Step 3
    When done, transfer the chicken to a platter and keep warm. Add the raisins and almonds to the pot and boil the liquid until it is reduced and slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper and additional lemon juice if desired. Garnish with parsley. Serve with couscous and a salad.

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Category: Chicken
Ingredient: Chicken
Diet: Low Fat
Culture: Moroccan
Method: Stove Top

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