Spiced Moroccan Chicken with Onions and Prunes

Name: Spiced Moroccan Chicken with Onions and Prunes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 3/4 cups chopped onions; 2 large garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tablespoon all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth; 1 cup pitted prunes; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons honey; Chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 3/4 cups chopped onions
2 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 cup pitted prunes
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
Chopped fresh cilantro

1
Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
2
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Add chicken; saute until brown and just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
4
Using tongs, transfer chicken to plate.
5
Add onions and garlic to same skillet.
6
Saute until onions begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
7
Mix in flour, ginger, cinnamon and cumin; stir 1 minute.
8
Gradually whisk in broth.
9
Add prunes, lemon juice and honey.
10
Boil until sauce thickens enough to coat spoon, whisking occasionally, about 8 minutes.
11
Return chicken to skillet.
12
Simmer until heated through, about 2 minutes.
13
Season with salt and pepper.
14
Transfer chicken and sauce to platter.
15
Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 3/4 cups chopped onions, 2 large garlic cloves, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spiced Moroccan Chicken with Onions and Prunes 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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Spiced Moroccan Chicken with Onions and Prunes

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