MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH CHICKPEAS AND APRICOTS

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Make and share this Moroccan Chicken With Chickpeas and Apricots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lik2fish

Categories     Meat

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/4 teaspoons sweet paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 slices lemon zest (each about 2 inches by 3/4 inch)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, from 1 to 2 lemons
5 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 (3 1/2-4 lb) roasting chickens, cut into 8 pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices (about 3 cups)
1 3/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon honey
1 medium carrot, peeled and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick coins, very large pieces cut into half-moons (about 1 cup)
1 cup dried apricot, halved
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • Combine spices in small bowl and set aside.
  • Mince 1 strip lemon zest; combine with 1 teaspoon minced garlic and mince together until reduced to fine paste; set aside.
  • Season both sides of chicken pieces liberally with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil in large heavy--bottomed Dutch oven over medium-high heat until beginning to smoke.
  • Brown chicken pieces skin side down in single layer until deep golden, about 5 minutes; turn chicken pieces and brown on second side, about 4 minutes more.
  • Transfer chicken to large plate; when cool enough to handle, peel off skin and discard.
  • Pour off and discard all but 1 tablespoon fat from pot.
  • Add onion and 2 remaining lemon zest strips to pot and cook, stirring 5 to 7 minutes
  • Add remaining 4 teaspoons garlic and cook, stirring,about 30 seconds.
  • Add spices and cook, stirring constantly,45 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Stir in broth and honey, scraping bottom of pot with wooden spoon to loosen browned bits.
  • Add thighs and drumsticks, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add carrots, apricots, and breast pieces to pot, arranging breast pieces in single layer on top of carrots.
  • Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to plate or bowl and tent with foil.
  • Add chickpeas to pot; increase heat to medium-high and simmer 4 to 6 minutes.
  • Return chicken to pot and add garlic-zest mixture, cilantro, and lemon juice; stir to combine and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 857.2, Fat 46.4, SaturatedFat 12.5, Cholesterol 187.2, Sodium 544.8, Carbohydrate 58.2, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 24.6, Protein 53.6

Game Hacker
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The apricots and chickpeas added a nice touch of sweetness and texture.


Zakafa Channel
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The chicken was so moist and flavorful.


Hamza Zinoubi
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The results were amazing!


Dilminiwarthana Dilminiwarthana
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This recipe was easy to follow.


josiah griffin
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I made this dish for a party and it was a big hit!


Nemat Salehi
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband and kids loved it.


Buttg Buttg
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I'm not usually a fan of Moroccan food, but this dish was surprisingly good! The apricots and chickpeas added a nice sweetness and texture to the dish, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Moni Beastz
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the apricots and chickpeas added a nice touch of sweetness and texture.


Ebad Khan
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I made this dish for a party and it was a big hit! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful.


PRASANTA Roy
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my husband and kids loved it. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful.


Abu Hosen
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken with fruit, but this dish was surprisingly good! The apricots and chickpeas added a nice sweetness and texture to the dish, and the chicken was cooked perfectly.


Lken Art
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the apricots and chickpeas added a nice touch of sweetness and texture. I will definitely be making this again.


MR BAMS
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful.


Emon King
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the apricots and chickpeas added a wonderful sweetness and texture. I will definitely be making this again.