MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH PRUNES, HONEY AND ALMONDS

Moroccan Chicken With Prunes, Honey and Almonds image

Provided by DrGaellon

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

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2 tablespoons oil
1 onion, diced
1/2 teaspoon table salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4-1/2 cup water
12 skinless chicken thighs (bone-in)
24 prunes, quartered
1/2 cup toasted slivered almonds
1/4 cup honey
2 teaspoons toasted sesame seeds, to garnish (optional)

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken in oil, then remove to a plate.
Add onion, salt, pepper, cinnamon and turmeric to skillet. Saute until onion is soft and translucent, and spices are fragrant.
Add enough water to cover bottom of pan 1/8" deep. Arrange chicken pieces in pan. Cover and cook 20-30 min, until chicken is done. Remove chicken to plate.
Add prunes, almonds and honey to sauce. Stir to combine and cook until prunes are heated through. Pour sauce over chicken. Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.2, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 68.1, Sodium 266.9, Carbohydrate 39.9, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 27.2, Protein 19.1