Description
Elevate your dinner experience with this Moroccan Chicken & Rice dish, a perfect blend of aromatic spices and tender chicken that delivers a comforting, flavorful meal. Ideal for family dinners or special gatherings, this one-pan wonder not only looks stunning with its vibrant colors but also impresses with its rich flavors. With easy preparation and minimal cleanup, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy with your loved ones. Serve it with fresh lime wedges, creamy Greek yogurt, and fragrant coriander for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin optional)
- 2 cups Basmati rice
- 3 ½ cups chicken stock
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 10 garlic cloves (crushed)
- Spices: turmeric, cumin, coriander, oregano
- Olive oil, lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Mix lemon juice, spices, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat the chicken thighs and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Sear the marinated chicken in an ovenproof skillet until browned on both sides.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic, then add rice and stock.
- Place seared chicken on top of the rice mixture and cover. Bake for 20 minutes or until rice absorbs liquid.
- Fluff rice gently before serving; garnish with lime wedges, yogurt, and coriander.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg