Moroccan Chicken and Rice: A Flavorful Journey to Home Cooking
Experience the vibrant flavors of Moroccan cuisine with this delightful chicken and rice recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the chicken thighs, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon. Cook until the chicken is browned.
- Add the rice, chicken broth, raisins, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is cooked.
- Fluff the rice and stir in the mixed vegetables and slivered almonds. Serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in spices overnight.
- Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg