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Moroccan Chicken

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When you need dinner on the table fast but still want something packed with flavor, this Moroccan Chicken is the answer. It’s warm, fragrant, hearty, and comes together in one pan in about 30 minutes — which makes it a total weeknight hero in our house.

The blend of paprika, cinnamon, cumin, and ginger creates a deeply aromatic sauce that tastes far more complex than the effort required. It’s cozy without being heavy, flavorful without being spicy, and approachable enough for even picky eaters.

I love using chicken thighs here because they stay incredibly juicy and soak up all those beautiful spices. The garbanzo beans make the dish extra satisfying, while the tomatoes bring just the right amount of brightness. Everything simmers together into a rich, spoonable sauce that’s perfect over couscous or rice.

Bonus? It’s affordable, pantry-friendly, and cleanup is minimal since it’s all made in one pan. This is the kind of recipe that quietly becomes a regular in your dinner rotation.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1 (15-ounce) can chopped tomatoes

  • 1 can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed

  • 1 pound skinless chicken thighs

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.

  2. Add the sliced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.

  3. Stir in the paprika, cinnamon, cumin, ginger, and salt. Add the chopped tomatoes and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

  4. Add the garbanzo beans and chicken thighs to the pan, stirring to coat the chicken in the sauce.

  5. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

  6. Serve warm, spooning extra sauce over the top.

Notes

  • Chicken breasts can be substituted for thighs, but thighs will stay juicier.

  • For extra brightness, finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

  • Serve over couscous, rice, or with warm flatbread to soak up the sauce.

Find it online: https://onepotato.com/moroccan-chicken/

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