Moroccan Style Chicken With Lentils Recipe

Name: Moroccan Style Chicken With Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 1 tablespoon sweet paprika; 1 large onion, finely sliced; 50 g split red lentils; 400 g chopped tomatoes; 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup; 700 ml chicken stock; 1 cinnamon stick; 200 g whole dried apricots; handful mint leaf, to serve (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 large onion, finely sliced
50 g split red lentils
400 g chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
700 ml chicken stock
1 cinnamon stick
200 g whole dried apricots
handful mint leaf, to serve (optional)

1
Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4.
2
Rub 1 tbsp olive oil into the chicken thighs.
3
Mix the garlic, cumin, coriander and paprika together, then rub all over the chicken thighs on both sides.
4
Heat a large flameproof casserole, add the chicken thighs and cook over a medium heat for 5 mins until golden on both sides.
5
You might need to do this in 2 batches, depending on the size of the casserole.
6
Set the chicken aside.
7
Turn down the heat, add the remaining oil and fry the onion for 5 mins until softened.
8
Stir in the rest of the ingredients, apart from the mint and bring to the boil.
9
Place the chicken thighs on top and pour in any juices.
10
Cover and cook for 1 1/2 hrs, until the meat is tender and the sauce thickened.
11
Scatter with fresh mint leaves and serve with couscous or rice.

916

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Style Chicken With 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Moroccan Style Chicken With Lentils

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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