MOROCCAN-STYLE CHICKEN

Moroccan-Style Chicken image

Provided by Susiecat too

Categories Chicken

Time 1h40m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 chicken quarters
1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 lb prune
6 ounces dried apricots
6 ounces golden raisins
2 green apples
3 ounces whole almonds, blanched
1 cup water
1 cup dry white wine

Steps:

Heat oil in a large, heavy frying pan.
Brown chicken pieces, seasoning with salt, pepper, cinnamon and honey.
Scatter the dried fruits around the chicken.
Pour in water and wine. Bring to a boil then lower flame and simmer for about 1 1/2 hours, or until sauce is thick and chicken is tender.
Peel and core the apples and cut into quarters. Add to the pot and cook until soft.
In a separate fry pan, brown the almonds until golden in a little oil.
Serve chicken pieces with fruit spooned on top and sprinkled with almonds.