MOROCCAN ORANGE CHICKEN WITH OLIVES

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Oranges are quite abundant (and grown throughout) Morocco, so they're used in a variety of daily recipes, to make use of their regional availability. Such as in this recipe which turns a plain recipe into a delicious meal. And it's rather quick to prepare but is so delicious and perfect for any Moroccan (or even a Middle...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 Tbsp olive oil
4 chicken breast cutlets
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 small red onion, sliced thinly
2 large navel oranges
1/2 cup pitted green olives, halved
1/3up water
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
FOR SERVING
2 cups cooked rice pilaf

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • 2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Roll chicken in the flour until coated on all sides.
  • 3. Place chicken in hot oil and cook, turning occasionally, for about 4 to 5 minutes or until browned on all sides. Transfer chicken to platter.
  • 4. Add onion slices to skillet, and cook 2 minutes or until soft and just starting to brown. Squeeze the juice of 1 1/2 of the oranges into skillet. Thinly slice remaining 1/2 orange, and add orange slices to skillet. Add olives and water to skillet, and stir well.
  • 5. Return chicken to skillet, and cook, stirring frequently to loosen bits on bottom of skillet, for another 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.
  • 6. Arrange cooked chicken pieces over rice pilaf, then spoon orange and olive bits (from the bottom of the skillet) over the chicken. Serve immediately while still hot.

Zoey Ciolek
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Nipun Theekshana
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my sauce turned out really bland. I think I might have forgotten to add some of the spices.


uma biswas
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive dish.


Debbie Victorino
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I love the fact that this dish is healthy and delicious. It's a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Poshan Yadav
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal.


Md. Asraful Islam
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chicken turned out tough. I think I might have overcooked it.


Ajwa Info Point
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Kacey
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This dish is so flavorful and easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


sudesh rai
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this recipe. The sauce is amazing.


Bhekie Fisanie
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This is one of my favorite recipes. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


SR Shohel Rana
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I love the fact that this dish is made with simple, everyday ingredients. It's a great way to use up leftovers.


Billal Mia
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This recipe is so versatile. I've used different types of chicken and oranges, and it always turns out great.


TJ DJ
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my sauce turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much liquid.


M Tariq Tariq
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Atsagou Zifack
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This recipe is a keeper! It's going into my regular rotation.


Shahbaz Bhai
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I'm not a big fan of olives, but they actually worked really well in this dish. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ritchie Legaspi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out dry. I think I should have cooked it for less time.


Prince Elvin
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This dish is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Sh Editor
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out great. It's a crowd-pleaser and perfect for a weeknight meal.


Ameer Mahameed
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the sauce was tangy and sweet. I especially loved the addition of olives, which gave the dish a nice briny flavor.