Embark on a culinary journey to Morocco with this delectable chicken and fruit stew, a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors. This traditional dish, often served during special occasions, combines tender chicken with an array of colorful fruits, creating a vibrant and flavorful masterpiece.
In this collection of recipes, you'll find variations of this tantalizing stew, each offering a unique twist on the classic. From the traditional Moroccan Chicken and Dried Fruit Stew, featuring the harmonious blend of apricots, prunes, and almonds, to the vibrant Moroccan Chicken and Fresh Fruit Stew, bursting with the freshness of seasonal fruits, these recipes cater to diverse tastes and preferences.
Whether you prefer the classic combination of dried fruits, the refreshing burst of fresh fruits, or the aromatic touch of preserved lemons, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions to guide you in crafting this delectable dish. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure to the heart of Morocco.
ONE POT MOROCCAN CHICKEN STEW
Paleo Moroccan Chicken Stew - Moroccan spiced veggies with shredded chicken and chopped dates | Dairy Free + Paleo
Provided by Sarah
Categories Mains
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large cooking pot on a medium high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. When the oil is simmering add the chicken to the bottom of the pot and brown the breasts, aa couple minutes of cooking on each side. The chicken doesn't need to be fully cooked through at this point since you'll be cooking it more later.
- Once browned, remove the chicken from the pot and place on a paper towel lined plate. Turn off the heat for a few minutes as you make the puree in the next step.
- Place the roughly chopped onion, tomatoes, ginger and garlic in a blender and blend into a puree. Set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the same pot you were using before and bring to a medium high heat. When the oil starts to simmer add the sliced onions and fry until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the spices ( turmeric, cumin, coriander cinnamon) and continue to fry the onions another minute before adding the puree mixture. Keep sautéing the onions another 3 minutes. Add the blended onion/tomato mixture to the pot.
- Return the chicken to the dish and add the carrots, chicken stock, sugar and vinegar. Bring to a simmer, cover the pot with a fitted lid and let stew for at least 30 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pot. Add the chopped dates and stir to mix in well. On a cutting board or plate use a couple of forks to shred the chicken into bite sized pieces. Stir the chicken back in. Taste and season with salt as needed.
- Serve over rice or cauliflower rice (if you want a paleo meal) and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 69 milligrams cholesterol, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, ServingSize g, Sodium 362 grams sodium, Sugar 26 grams sugar
MOROCCAN CHICKEN STEW WITH SWEET POTATOES
Cinnamon and ginger complement the sweet potatoes in this simple but exotic-tasting chicken stew that makes a hearty dinner. Fluffy couscous absorbs the aromatic sauce.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place flour in a wide, shallow bowl. Season chicken with salt and pepper; dredge in flour, shaking off excess. In a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add chicken, and cook until browned, 4 to 6 minutes per side; transfer to a plate.
- Add onion, ginger, and cinnamon to pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion starts to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Return chicken to pot. Add broth, sweet potatoes, and, if using, saffron. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer until chicken is cooked through and sweet potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Discard ginger and cinnamon. Stir in lemon juice, and season stew with salt and pepper.
- While stew is simmering, prepare couscous according to package instructions. Serve chicken stew with couscous, garnished with cilantro, if desired.
MOROCCAN CHICKEN STEW
This hearty stew, full of vibrant veg and warming spices, is a Hemsley sister favourite. Serve with a side of cauliflower tabbouleh as a light accompaniment
Provided by Jasmine and Melissa Hemsley
Categories Dinner, Main course, Supper
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large, dry pan, gently toast the almonds for 2 mins until golden - don't take your eyes off them, as they burn easily - then set aside.
- In the same pan, heat the ghee and gently cook the onions for 8 mins until softened. Add the garlic, ginger and spices, and fry for 1 min more.
- Add the chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook until the skin is golden and crisp, then turn and cook to lightly golden on the flesh side.
- Add the red peppers, lemon slices, olives, stock or bone broth and dates or apricots (and chilli, if using). Simmer with the lid on for about 40 mins until the chicken is cooked through.
- If you find the sauce is too watery, take off the lid and leave it to reduce a little. If the sauce is too thick, add a few more tbsps of water.
- Add the green beans for the final 4 mins of cooking time. Season to taste and top with the coriander, parsley and the toasted almonds to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 20 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 7 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium
MOROCCAN CHICKEN
This Moroccan chicken recipe serves four-making it just the thing to serve at your next small dinner party.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, combine carrots, chickpeas, onion, raisins, ginger, garlic, thyme, lemon zest, and olive oil; toss to coat.
- In a separate large bowl, stir together 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, coriander, cumin, and cinnamon. Add chicken legs, and toss to coat.
- Have ready four 12-by-17-inch sheets of parchment. Lay a sheet of the parchment paper on a work surface. Place 1/4 vegetable mixture in center of sheet; season with salt and pepper. Drizzle 2 tablespoons chicken stock over vegetables. Center 2 chicken legs over vegetables.
- To seal packet, bring edges of parchment together, and make a 1-inch fold, and crease. Make another 1/2-inch fold in the same direction, and crease to form a seam. Working with the edges of a short end, fold in towards center to meet, creating a triangle (as if wrapping a gift). Fold point under a few times, and press to seal; repeat with other side. Repeat with remaining ingredients and remaining 3 sheets of parchment.
- Transfer packets to a baking sheet. Bake until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender, about 1 hour 15 minutes. To serve, carefully cut open each packet with kitchen shears. Remove chicken and vegetables, and serve over couscous.
MOROCCAN-STYLE CHICKEN AND ROOT VEGETABLE STEW
Categories Chicken Fruit Herb Onion Potato Poultry Tomato Vegetable Stew Low Fat High Fiber Wheat/Gluten-Free Currant Dried Fruit Parsnip Turnip Sweet Potato/Yam Winter Healthy Rutabaga Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to pot and sauté until light golden but not cooked through, about 1 minute. Transfer chicken to bowl.
- Add onion to pot and sauté until golden, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1 minute. Add curry powder, cumin and cinnamon stick and stir 30 seconds. Add sweet potatoes, parsnips, turnips, rutabaga, broth and currants. Cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Add tomatoes and chicken with any accumulated juices to pot. Simmer until chicken is cooked through and flavors blend, about 5 minutes longer. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.
MOROCCAN CHICKEN STEW
This chicken stew has an exotic, complex flavor. Serve this sweet and spicy dish over couscous or rice, or with toasted whole wheat pita bread, to soak up all the juices!
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Stew
Time 55m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a 4 to 5 quart pot, whisk together the chicken broth, tomato paste, cumin, salt, red pepper, and cinnamon until blended.
- Stir in the raisins, onion, garlic, squash, peas, chick-peas, and chicken.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the chicken is opaque near the bone and the juices run clear when the meat is pierced with a sharp knife.
- Enjoy!
MOROCCAN-STYLE CHICKEN STEW
Stay on track with this low-fat supper that's on the table in half an hour
Provided by Jenny White
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large shallow pan, then cook the onion for 3 mins. Add the garlic and spices and cook for a further min. Tip in the chicken and cook for 3 mins, then pour in the chicken stock, chickpeas and apricots. Simmer for 5 mins or until the chicken is cooked through. Stir through the coriander and serve immediately with couscous and a green salad, if you like.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 24 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 40 grams protein, Sodium 0.66 milligram of sodium
MOROCCAN CHICKEN FOR ONE
This fast-cooking Moroccan chicken is sweetened with honey, warmed by ginger, and flecked with fresh tomatoes. It's the perfect dish for a solo meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- So that everything is ready at the same time, start the couscous while the chicken is simmering; then keep the couscous covered until ready to serve.
- In a large (10-inch) skillet, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add garlic; cook until starting to soften, about 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, ginger, teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, half the cilantro, and 2 tablespoons water.
- Bring to a boil; reduce to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated but is still somewhat saucy, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in honey; add chicken and zucchini. Return to a simmer; cover. Cook, turning once, until chicken is cooked through and zucchini is tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in remaining cilantro. Serve over couscous.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cut fruit and vegetables. You can also buy frozen fruit and vegetables, which are just as nutritious as fresh.
- If you don't have a tajine, you can use a Dutch oven or a large pot with a lid. Just be sure that the pot is large enough to hold all of the ingredients.
- If you like spicy food, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or harissa paste to the stew. You can also serve the stew with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream.
- This stew is a great way to use up leftover chicken. You can also use other types of protein, such as beef, lamb, or tofu.
Conclusion:
Moroccan chicken and fruit stew is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken and fruit. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give Moroccan chicken and fruit stew a try!
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