Moroccan Chicken with Olives and Preserved Lemons

Name: Moroccan Chicken with Olives and Preserved Lemons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large cloves garlic, mashed; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 to 2 tablespoons ras el hanout; 1 bunch of fresh cilantro, chopped; 4 tablespoons olive oil; One 3 1/2-to-4-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces; 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 cup black Moroccan dry-cured olives, pitted; Diced rind of 2 preserved lemons (see page 171)

Servings: persons

1
Mix the mashed garlic with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, the turmeric, the ras el hanout, half the cilantro, and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil.
2
Rub the surface of the chicken pieces with this spice mixture, put them in a dish, and marinate in the refrigerator, covered, overnight.
3
The next day, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pan.
4
Saute the spice-rubbed chicken until golden brown on each side.
5
Stir the cornstarch into 1 cup water, and pour over the chicken.
6
Bring to a boil, and simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes.
7
Add the olives, and continue cooking for another 20 minutes.
8
Sprinkle on the preserved lemon, and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
9
Garnish with the remaining cilantro.
10
Serve with rice or couscous (see page 270).

296

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large cloves garlic, mashed, Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, 1 to 2 tablespoons ras el hanout, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Chicken with Olives and Preserved Lemons 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!