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Moroccan chicken served over a bed of couscous and topped with vegetables.
5 from 5 votes

One Pot Moroccan Chicken Thighs

These Moroccan chicken thighs come out incredibly moist and are made with a homemade spice rub and tons of veggies. Serve it on top of your favorite grain!
Prep 20 minutes
Cook 20 minutes
Total 40 minutes
Fat 24
Carbs
Protein 36
Yield 4

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs. boneless skinless chicken thighs (4-5 thighs)
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 large sweet potato cubed
  • 2 medium russet potatoes cubed
  • 1/3 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup green olives sliced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  • First, preheat oven to 375ºF.
  • Then, make your Moroccan spice rub by combining cumin, turmeric, ginger, garlic, chili, cayanne, and salt in a small bowl.
  • Generously season both sides of your chicken thighs. Save the leftover spices if you have any.
  • Next, heat 2 tablespoons of of olive oil in a large stockpot or dutch oven over high heat.
  • When olive oil is fragrant, brown the chicken thighs for 1.5 minutes on each side. Then, remove from pot and set aside.
  • Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and use a wooden utensil to scrape all of the spices from the bottom of the pan so they dont burn.
  • Next, add in diced potatoes and the rest of the seasoning and saute for around 5 minutes.
  • Then, add in raisins, green olives, and chicken broth and mix.
  • Place chicken thighs on top of potatoes and cover.
  • Bake at 375ºF for 15-20 minutes or until chicken thighs are fully cooked.
  • Remove chicken thighs from stock pot and use 2 forks to shred. Place shredded chicken back in the stockpot and mix.
  • Serve on top of your favorite grain such as couscous.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 499kcal | Protein: 36g | Fat: 24g | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g