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Moroccan Inspired Chicken

Inspired by the flavors of Ras El Hanout seasoning, this chicken dish is a beautiful way to serve this aromatic spice blend.
Prep Time2 hours
Cook Time50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Moroccan
Keyword: Chicken, Ras El Hanout

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ Tbsp Ras El Hanout, divided Recipe available on our site!
  • 6 Chicken Thighs or breasts If using drumsticks, increase to 10 or 12 depending on size.
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Onion Thinly Sliced
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 Lemon, divided 1/2 juiced, 1/2 sliced
  • cup Green Olives Whole or Sliced
  • 1 Tbsp Parsley

Instructions

  • Use 1/2 Tbsp of the Ras El Hanout to sprinkle over all sides of chicken, place in a bowl or on a plate and refrigerate for at least two hours.
  • Peel and thinly slice onion and halve lemon. One half will be juiced, the other sliced.
  • Preheat oven to 375° F / 190° C.
  • Heat a large pan over medium high heat and add olive oil.
  • Once warm add chicken until golden brown all around, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • Remove chicken to oven safe plate, and add onions to pan to cook until tender, about 4-6 minutes.
  • Add broth and remaining Ras El Hanout to pan, stir to combine with onions, then pour or spoon over chicken. Place lemon slices and cook, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle lemon juice over entire dish. Garnish with green olives and parsley before serving.