Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
18%
Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon
55 min.
4
630kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of Morocco with this tantalizing Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon recipe! Perfectly suited for a wholesome lunch or a delightful dinner, this dish combines tender chicken pieces with aromatic spices and zesty lemons, creating a deliciously satisfying experience for your taste buds. Whether you are entertaining guests or simply treating yourself, this recipe promises to impress with its bold flavors and enticing aromas.

What makes this dish even more appealing is that it is both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. The warm notes of cinnamon, cumin, and ginger, paired with the bright acidity of fresh lemon and savory olives, elevate the chicken to a truly remarkable centerpiece for any meal.

Within just 55 minutes, you can whip up this aromatic chicken that delivers a comforting yet exotic taste. The combination of spices will transport you right to the heart of Moroccan cuisine, while the low-salt chicken broth ensures a balanced flavor without overwhelming your palate. So gather your ingredients, ignite your passion for cooking, and let the wonderful flavors of Morocco fill your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 4.5 pound chicken skinless cut into 8 pieces,
  •  garlic clove pressed
  • 0.5 cup olive green
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • teaspoon ground ginger 
  •  lemon zest 
  • cups chicken broth 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • large onion halved thinly sliced
  • tablespoon paprika 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cut 1 lemon into 8 wedges. Squeezeenough juice from second lemon to measure2 tablespoons; set wedges and juice aside.
  2. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-highheat.
  3. Add onion and sprinkle with salt andpepper; sauté until golden brown, about8 minutes.
  4. Add next 5 ingredients; stir 1minute.
  5. Add broth; bring to boil.
  6. Sprinklechicken with salt and pepper; add to skillet.
  7. Add lemon wedges. Cover, reduce heat tomedium-low, and simmer until chicken iscooked through, turning occasionally, 25to 30 minutes.
  8. Transfer chicken to platter.
  9. Add olives and 2 tablespoons lemon juice toskillet. Increase heat to high; boil uncoveredto thicken slightly, about 5 minutes. Seasonwith salt and pepper.
  10. Pour over chicken.
  11. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories630kcal
Protein31.31%
Fat63.42%
Carbs5.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.88
Glycemic Load
1
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
22.055217577064%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.25mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
7.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:629.88kcal
31.49%
Fat:44.2g
68%
Saturated Fat:11.68g
72.99%
Carbohydrates:8.26g
2.75%
Net Carbohydrates:5.97g
2.17%
Sugar:2.09g
2.33%
Cholesterol:183.7mg
61.23%
Sodium:475mg
20.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:49.1g
98.19%
Vitamin B3:18.65mg
93.23%
Selenium:36.28µg
51.83%
Vitamin B6:0.98mg
49.2%
Phosphorus:421.03mg
42.1%
Vitamin A:1286.5IU
25.73%
Zinc:3.57mg
23.77%
Vitamin B5:2.34mg
23.37%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.76%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.66%
Iron:3.84mg
21.31%
Potassium:699.53mg
19.99%
Vitamin E:2.45mg
16.3%
Magnesium:64.33mg
16.08%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.62%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.22%
Copper:0.24mg
12.13%
Fiber:2.29g
9.17%
Vitamin C:7.54mg
9.14%
Vitamin K:7.81µg
7.44%
Calcium:70.84mg
7.08%
Folate:23.48µg
5.87%
Vitamin D:0.49µg
3.27%
Source:Epicurious