Tantalize your taste buds with the exotic flavors of Casablanca chicken, a delectable dish that seamlessly blends Moroccan spices with succulent chicken. This culinary masterpiece, originating from the vibrant streets of Casablanca, promises an explosion of flavors in every bite. Embark on a culinary journey with our carefully curated collection of Casablanca chicken recipes, ranging from the classic and traditional to innovative fusion creations. Discover the secrets of creating aromatic and flavorful chicken dishes infused with the magic of Moroccan spices, including cumin, paprika, and ginger. Learn how to achieve perfectly cooked chicken that is tender, juicy, and bursting with exotic flavors. Whether you prefer a quick and easy weeknight meal, an impressive dinner party centerpiece, or a healthy and flavorful lunch option, our Casablanca chicken recipes cater to every occasion and preference. Get ready to tantalize your palate and transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Casablanca with these mouthwatering recipes.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CROCK POT CHICKEN CASABLANCA (WW FLEX AND ALMOST CORE)
I found this recipe on a Weight Watchers related website and knew I had to try it. The only non Core ingredient are 4 tablespoons of currants which spread over the entire dish are just 2 points or 1/2 point per serving. For Flex this is 7 points per serving.
Provided by justcallmetoni
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 4h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Sauté onions, ginger and garlic in oil for 3 or 4 minutes and transfer to crockpot.
- Brown chicken in same pan over medium heat. Reserve in skillet.
- Add carrots, potatoes to crock pot.
- Place chicken on top of veggies.
- Stir seasonings in a small bowl and sprinkle over chicken along with currants and raisins.
- If you like a very thick sauce, drain one of the two cans of tomatoes before adding to crock pot. Top chicken with diced tomatoes.
- Add zucchini to the top.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 to 6 hours.
- Add beans, parsley and cilantro 30 minutes before serving. (You can also do all cilantro or all parsley according to personal preference.).
- Serve over cooked rice or couscous.
CASABLANCA CHUTNEY CHICKEN
If you enjoy Indian food, you'll love this dish. An array of spices and dried fruit slow cook with boneless chicken thighs for an aromatic and satisfying meal. To make it complete, serve over Jasmine or Basmati rice. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 4h25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 16 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until chicken is tender., Stir in the parsley, mint and lemon juice; heat through. Sprinkle each serving with pistachios; if desired, serve with cooked Israeli couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 567mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
CHICKEN CASABLANCA
This is a savory dish with a hint of sweet. Very healthy and nutritious! Serve with long-grain white rice.
Provided by Chef Linscottsdale
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a deep pot over medium heat.
- Cook chicken breasts in hot oil until browned on both sides, but still slightly underdone in the center, 3 to 5 minutes per side; remove to a cutting board to cool.
- Stir onion into the oil in the pot; saute until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
- Stir celery and carrot into the onion mixture; saute together until until the celery and carrot begin to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Reduce heat to low, place a cover on the pot, and sweat the vegetable mixture until softened completely, about 10 minutes.
- Pour butternut squash soup and chicken broth into the pot; stir and bring to a simmer. Season the soup mixture with ras el hanout, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; stir. Replace cover to the pot and cook mixture at a simmer for 40 minutes.
- Cut the partially cooked chicken breasts into chunks; add to the soup mixture along with any juices that have collected on the cutting board. Stir peas and raisins into the soup mixture; simmer until the chicken pieces are no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Cholesterol 65.6 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 30.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 1295.1 mg, Sugar 14 g
CASABLANCA CHICKEN COUSCOUS
To give risotto, that favorite Italian comfort food, an update, I used couscous and lively North African-inspired flavors to deliver all the satisfaction of the creamy classic. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; saute until softened, 3-4 minutes. Add chicken, couscous, salt, pepper and pepper flakes; cook and stir until chicken begins to brown, 3-5 minutes. Add broth and dried fruit; cook, uncovered, until chicken and couscous are tender and fruit is moist, 8-10 minutes., Stir in remaining ingredients; heat through. Remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Meanwhile, zest lemon peel into strips; cut lemon into six wedges. Top couscous with zest strips and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 715mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
CASABLANCA CHICKEN
Very North African in flavour! Spice mix can be used with fish and a flavouring for rice. You could serve this dish with Couscous, rice, pilaf or even steamed baby potatoes
Provided by Norahs Girl
Categories Chicken
Time 13m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle with enough spice mix to coat both sides.
- Heat about a tbs of oil in a pan and sauté the chicken for about 4 minutes each side (careful not to overcook!).
- For spice mix: Combine everything and store in a jar or bottle.
CHICKEN CASABLANCA
Make and share this Chicken Casablanca recipe from Food.com.
Provided by weekend cooker
Categories Beans
Time 5h
Yield 1 meal, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Saute onions, ginger, and garlic in oil in skillet. (Reserve oil), and transfer to a slow cooker.
- Add carrots, and potatoes.
- Brown chicken over medium heat in reserved oil, and transfer to slow cooker.
- Mix gently with vegetables.
- Combine seasonings in a seperate bowl, and sprinkle over chicken and vegetables.
- Add`raisins, and tomatoes.
- Cover, and cook on high for 4-6 hours.
- Add sliced zucchini , beans, and parsley 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.7, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 69, Sodium 518.3, Carbohydrate 32.3, Fiber 6.8, Sugar 9.1, Protein 27.1
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you save time and avoid scrambling in the kitchen.
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven: This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Brown the chicken in batches: If you overcrowd the pot, the chicken will steam instead of brown. Brown the chicken in batches to ensure that it gets evenly cooked.
- Use a good quality chicken broth: The broth is the base of the sauce, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
- Don't skimp on the spices: The spices are what give Casablanca chicken its distinctive flavor. Don't be afraid to use a generous amount of them.
- Let the chicken simmer until it is fall-off-the-bone tender: This will take about 1 hour and 15 minutes. If you're short on time, you can also cook the chicken in a slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides: Casablanca chicken is traditionally served with rice or couscous. However, it can also be served with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad.
Conclusion:
Casablanca chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and creamy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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