Chicken With Chic Peas & Apricots.

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A fragrant Moroccan-inspired stew featuring tender chicken, earthy chickpeas, and sweet dried apricots.
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This dish is a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for a cozy dinner. Tender chicken thighs are braised with earthy chickpeas and plump dried apricots, creating a rich, aromatic sauce. The warmth of cinnamon, cumin, and ginger cuts through the richness, while a hint of chili adds gentle heat. It’s an excellent choice for weeknight meals when you want something comforting yet sophisticated. Serve over couscous or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

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Chicken With Chic Peas & Apricots.

Author: chefs-mate Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 165.0

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This dish is a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for a cozy dinner. Tender chicken thighs are braised with earthy chickpeas and plump dried apricots, creating a rich, aromatic sauce. The warmth of cinnamon, cumin, and ginger cuts through the richness, while a hint of chili adds gentle heat. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for weeknight meals when you want something comforting yet sophisticated. Serve over couscous or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then sear them in a large skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown on all sides.
  2. Remove the chicken and set aside. In the same pan, add oil and sauté the chopped ginger, crushed garlic, cumin seeds, cardamom pods, cloves, and dried red chili for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the chickpeas and dried apricots to the pan, stirring to coat them in the spices.
  4. Return the chicken to the pan, add enough broth or water to barely cover the ingredients, and bring to a simmer.
  5. Cover and cook for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Remove the cinnamon stick and whole spices before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 165.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.6g6%
Saturated Fat 1.0g5%
Cholesterol 85.0mg29%
Sodium 74.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 31.0g62%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, chickpeas, apricots, stew, cumin, cinnamon, ginger, garlic, cardamom, chili, braised, dinner, comfort food, exotic, healthy
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