MILLION DOLLAR CHICKEN - MOROCCAN STYLE
This recipe originally won first prize ($1 Million) in a national cook-off of some sort (I think Pillsbury) several years ago. I can see why - it is a wonderful combination of flavours. The recipe is quite easy to make and is very economical. I have also substituted the chicken thighs for boneless, skinless breasts and it works just fine. The thighs are definitely better though as they are more moist. Do try this - you'll love it.
Provided by Just Call Me Martha
Categories Moroccan
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in skillet over medium high heat until hot.
- Add almonds and cook until golden brown.
- Remove with slotted spoon and set aside.
- Add garlic and chicken to same skillet that almonds were cooked in.
- Saute, turning once, for 5 minutes or until browned.
- Mix together salsa, water, currants, honey, cumin and cinnamon.
- Add mixture to chicken and stir well.
- Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook.
- Stir and baste occasionally for 20 minutes.
- Add more water if necessary.
- Serve over couscous or rice.
- Top with chopped almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 660.2, Fat 36.9, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 157.9, Sodium 568.5, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 9.8, Protein 40.1
MILLION-DOLLAR SALSA CHICKEN
This recipe is a Pillsbury Bake-Off winner from 1997. I make it with chicken or pork. You can substitute many ingredients, but don't change out the spices - they're what make this dish unique. It's a great party dish.
Provided by Jan Norris
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Cook coulscous as directed on package. Keep warm
- 2. Meanwhile, heat oil in lare skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add almonds, and cook 1 to 2 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3. Add garlic and chicken to skillet; cook 4 to 5 minutes until chicken is browned, turning once.
- 4. In a small bowl, combine salsa and all remaining ingredients; mix well. Add to chicken. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 20 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally.
- 5. Stir in almonds; serve chicken and juices over couscous.
- 6. Notes: For flavorful couscous, cook it in chicken or vegetable stock instead of water. Substitutes: Use pork chunks instead of chicken, use prunes, apricots, dates or figs as the dried fruits. Use pine nuts instead of almonds if desired.
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