MOROCCAN CHICKEN AND BARLEY PILAF

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Make and share this Moroccan Chicken and Barley Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stephanie Z.

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium red onion, chopped
1/4 cup carrot, chopped
1 cup pearl barley
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon cumin
2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (thighs work well)
10 cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup apple, chopped
1/4 cup pecans, chopped
1/4 cup golden raisin
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 lemon, juice of
salt and pepper, to taste
4 -6 lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, sauté onion and carrots in olive oil over medium heat for about 5-10 minutes until onion begins to soften.
  • Add garlic, cinnamon, cumin, and barley; stir to coat.
  • Add chicken broth, sherry, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, cover pan, and reduce heat to simmer for about 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until liquid is absorbed.
  • When barley is nearly done, heat butter in skillet. Add chicken, cherry tomatoes, apples, pecans, raisins, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Sauté 5 minutes until heated through.
  • Mix with barley.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

Amjid MALANG
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This is a great recipe for a budget-friendly meal. The ingredients are affordable and you can easily find them at any grocery store.


Ishaq Afridi
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I've made this dish for both weeknight meals and special occasions. It's always a hit, no matter the occasion.


Sohail Ghani
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and satisfying meal. The chicken and barley are both good sources of protein and fiber.


walid Abdulwassi
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I love the fact that this dish is so versatile. I can use different types of chicken, vegetables, and spices to create a different flavor profile each time.


Trojan
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always impresses my guests.


Dena Barton
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I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. It turned out great!


Rao Raj
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some chopped vegetables to the pilaf.


Obaapanin Cantona
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. My family loves the flavorful chicken and the fluffy barley.


Ddjifcb ygehiuggh
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This is one of my favorite recipes! I love the combination of chicken and barley, and the spices give it a really unique flavor.


Saabiriin Mohamed
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I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it. The chicken and barley were both cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.


Enggr TOQEER SHAHID
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I made this dish exactly as the recipe said and it turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


RANA BOSS
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the ingredients are affordable.


Nadar hussain
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I'm not a huge fan of barley, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the barley was cooked perfectly.


mbalenhle Felicia
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I made this for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the dish.


Veronica Mweempe
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This was a really great dish! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the barley pilaf was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


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