MILLION DOLLAR CHICKEN - MOROCCAN STYLE

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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

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup chopped almonds
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 chicken thighs, skinned and boned
1 cup bottled salsa
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons dried currants
1 tablespoon honey
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3 cups hot cooked couscous or 3 cups cooked rice

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

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