Grilled Chicken Moroccan Style

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
17%
Grilled Chicken Moroccan Style
45 min.
6
523kcal

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Embark on a culinary journey to North Africa with our Grilled Chicken Moroccan Style recipe, a vibrant and aromatic dish that’s perfect for any meal. Featuring a harmonious blend of spices, including cinnamon, coriander, and cumin, this chicken dish is not only delicious but also caters to various dietary needs—it's gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. Whether you're preparing a family dinner or hosting friends for a casual lunch, this recipe offers a delightful twist that will impress your guests.

The key to this dish lies in the tantalizing marinade that infuses the chicken with rich flavors. A medley of cayenne pepper provides a subtle kick, while the red wine vinegar and olive oil bring a balanced depth to the profile. After marinating the chicken for several hours, the grilling process caramelizes the spices, yielding a smoky, mouthwatering exterior while keeping the meat juicy and tender inside.

In just 45 minutes, you can serve up a hearty meal that not only fills the stomach but also stimulates the senses. Garnished with fresh parsley for that pop of color, this main course can be paired with a variety of side dishes, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Get ready to savor the enchanting flavors of Moroccan cuisine right in your own backyard!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • large chicken breast halves with skin and ribs, cut crosswise in half
  •  .6 lb. chicken legs and thighs. this weight usually gives me 4 legs and 4 thighs 
  •  strips. 
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh minced
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 1.5 tablespoons ground coriander 
  • tablespoons ground cumin 
  • cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 
  • teaspoons salt 
  • teaspoons sugar 

Equipment

  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • grill
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Whisk first 8 ingredients in large glass baking dish.
  2. Add all chicken; turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap; chill 4 to 6 hours.
  3. Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
  4. Place marinade-coated chicken on barbecue. Grill chicken until just cooked through, occasionally brushing with any remaining marinade, about 10 minutes per side for breasts and about 12 minutes per side for leg and thigh pieces.
  5. Transfer chicken to platter.
  6. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories523kcal
Protein33.35%
Fat63.21%
Carbs3.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.02
Glycemic Load
1.02
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
22.654347570046%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
5.42mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.37mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:523.1kcal
26.16%
Fat:36.3g
55.84%
Saturated Fat:8.61g
53.82%
Carbohydrates:4.45g
1.48%
Net Carbohydrates:3.15g
1.14%
Sugar:1.44g
1.6%
Cholesterol:201.91mg
67.3%
Sodium:1000.62mg
43.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:43.09g
86.18%
Vitamin B3:15.63mg
78.17%
Selenium:54.18µg
77.39%
Vitamin B6:1.11mg
55.71%
Vitamin K:49.48µg
47.12%
Phosphorus:433.34mg
43.33%
Vitamin B5:2.7mg
27.05%
Iron:3.88mg
21.56%
Potassium:699.52mg
19.99%
Zinc:2.89mg
19.27%
Vitamin B12:1.11µg
18.56%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.41%
Magnesium:67.52mg
16.88%
Manganese:0.29mg
14.48%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.74%
Vitamin E:1.69mg
11.24%
Vitamin A:445.71IU
8.91%
Copper:0.15mg
7.57%
Calcium:65.73mg
6.57%
Vitamin C:5.03mg
6.1%
Fiber:1.3g
5.19%
Folate:12.94µg
3.23%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.58%
Source:Epicurious