Easy Moroccan Style Chicken Breasts
Transport your taste buds to North Africa with this Easy Moroccan Style Chicken Breasts recipe, a quick and flavorful dinner option perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Infused with the warm, aromatic spices of cumin, paprika, cinnamon, and turmeric, these chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection before being simmered in a luscious sauce of garlic, ginger, honey, chicken broth, and zesty lemon juice. The dish is finished with a fresh pop of cilantro, bringing brightness to the hearty flavors. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe delivers an irresistible blend of sweet, savory, and slightly tangy notes. Serve it over fluffy couscous, steamed rice, or roasted vegetables for a satisfying meal that’s both wholesome and elegant. Whether you’re diving into Moroccan cuisine for the first time or looking for a new midweek favorite, these vibrant chicken breasts are sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix ground cumin, ground paprika, ground cinnamon, ground turmeric, salt, and ground black pepper.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each chicken breast.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. To the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Stir in the honey, chicken broth, and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cover and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Uncover and let the sauce reduce slightly for 2-3 minutes, spooning it over the chicken to glaze.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish the chicken with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Serve the chicken with the sauce over cooked couscous, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3434 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.2 g | ||
| Protein | 218.9 g | 438% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 451 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
