Morrocan Chicken With Couscous Recipe

Name: Morrocan Chicken With Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup flour; 3 tablespoons sweet paprika; 2 teaspoons salt (optional); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 3 - 3 1/2 lbs chicken, cut into 8 serving pieces; 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 yams or 1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 onion, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 bay leaf; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon ground cardamom; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; generous pinch saffron thread; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup chopped dried apricot; 3 cups chicken broth; 1 cup couscous; 1/4 cup minced of fresh mint

Servings: persons

1/2 cup flour
3 tablespoons sweet paprika
2 teaspoons salt (optional)
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 - 3 1/2 lbs chicken, cut into 8 serving pieces
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
1 yams or 1 sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground cardamom
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
generous pinch saffron thread
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped dried apricot
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup couscous
1/4 cup minced of fresh mint

1
In a large bowl, combine the flour, paprika, salt (optional), and pepper. Add the chicken and mix so that all sides are well covered.
2
In a large, heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Add the chicken in batches and cook, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.
3
Add the sweet potato or yam, onion, garlic, bay leaf, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, saffron, raisins, dried apricots, and chicken broth.
4
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
5
Cover and simmer for 1 hour, or until chicken is tender and the potatoes are very soft. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
6
Uncover, add the couscous and mint, and stir. Reduce the heat to low. Cover again and simmer for another 5 minutes.
7
Turn off the heat and allow the pot to sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Uncover and, using tongs or a big fork, fluff everything in the pot. Put the lid back on and let sit for another 3 minutes before serving.

1072

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Protein

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup flour, 3 tablespoons sweet paprika, 2 teaspoons salt (optional), 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Morrocan Chicken With Couscous 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.

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Morrocan Chicken With Couscous

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Variations & substitutions

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