CINNAMON-SPICED MOROCCAN CHICKEN

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Cinnamon, cumin and ginger add authentic Moroccan flavor to boneless chicken thighs in this entree that's ready in less than 30 minutes.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons flour, divided
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
4 small boneless skinless chicken thighs (1 1/4 pounds)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup pitted dates, sliced
1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Mix 1 tablespoon of the flour, cinnamon, cumin, ginger, ground red pepper and sea salt in shallow dish.
  • Coat both sides of chicken with spice mixture.
  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat.
  • Add chicken and cook 3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
  • Mix remaining 1 tablespoon flour and broth; add to skillet.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Stir in dates and almonds.
  • Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, 7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve over couscous or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 57.3, Sodium 396.9, Carbohydrate 22.5, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 14.7, Protein 17.7

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