Moroccan Chicken and Lentils Recipe

Name: Moroccan Chicken and Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups water; 3 teaspoons salt, divided; 1 pound dried brown lentils, rinsed, drained; 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup red wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons ground cumin, divided; 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast halves, thinly sliced; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 cup chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

8 cups water
3 teaspoons salt, divided
1 pound dried brown lentils, rinsed, drained
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons ground cumin, divided
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons chili powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large onion, chopped
1 1/2 pounds skinless boneless chicken breast halves, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup chopped fresh parsley

1
Combine 8 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt in heavy large saucepan over high heat.
2
Add lentils; bring to boil.
3
Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until lentils are tender, about 20 minutes.
4
Drain well; rinse with cold water and drain again.
5
Place in large bowl.
6
Whisk 1 cup olive oil, vinegar, 2 tablespoons cumin, 2 tablespoons chili powder, garlic, and 1 teaspoon salt in large measuring cup.
7
Pour 1 cup dressing over warm lentils and toss.
8
Cool.
9
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over high heat.
10
Add onion; saute until dark brown and soft, about 5 minutes.
11
Add chicken; saute 2 minutes.
12
Add 1 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon cumin, 2 teaspoons chili powder, and cinnamon.
13
Saute until chicken is cooked through, about 3 minutes longer.
14
Arrange lentils on large platter.
15
Place sliced chicken atop lentils.
16
Drizzle with remaining dressing and sprinkle with parsley.
17
(Can be made 2 hours ahead.
18
Let stand at room temperature.)

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups water, 3 teaspoons salt, divided, 1 pound dried brown lentils, rinsed, drained, 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Chicken and Lentils 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.

Moroccan Chicken and Lentils

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