Argana's Moroccan Chicken Recipe

Name: Argana's Moroccan Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1 1/2 lb) broiler-fryer chickens; 4 large minced onions; 4 minced garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon saffron; 1 cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon mixed chopped fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon turmeric; ½ teaspoon paprika; ½ cup lemon juice; 2 cups water; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 preserved lemon (available at a Middle Eastern grocery or a specialty foods store); 5 ounces olives

Servings: persons

2 (1 1/2 lb) broiler-fryer chickens
4 large minced onions
4 minced garlic cloves
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon saffron
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon mixed chopped fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon turmeric
½ teaspoon paprika
½ cup lemon juice
2 cups water
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 preserved lemon (available at a Middle Eastern grocery or a specialty foods store)
5 ounces olives

1
In a large tagine (terra cotta cooking pot) or non-metallic cooking pot, mix the onions, garlic, ginger, saffron, olive oil, parsley, cilantro, cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, paprika and lemon juice.
2
Add the chicken and toss until all pieces are coated.
3
Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours or overnight.
4
When ready to cook, pour the water into the tagine or pot.
5
Add the salt and pepper.
6
Place on the stove and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
7
Let simmer for 35 - 40 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
8
While the chicken is cooking, in a separate saucepan, bring the olives and preserved lemon to a boil.
9
Let cook for 10 minutes, then drain.
10
Add the olive mixture to the chicken 5 minutes before serving.
11
Serve hot.
12
(Please note that the 2 hour chilling time is included in the prep calculation.
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830

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1 1/2 lb) broiler-fryer chickens, 4 large minced onions, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Argana's Moroccan Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Argana's Moroccan Chicken

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