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Moroccan Chicken Casserole

Moroccan Chicken Casserole: A Cozy One-Pan Delight for Dinner

This Moroccan Chicken Casserole is a flavorful one-pan meal that captures the essence of Moroccan cuisine with tender chicken and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 kg Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Recommended for moisture and flavor.
  • 1 large Onion Yellow or red preferred.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly crushed.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Ginger Finely grated.
  • 2 medium Carrots Sliced.
  • 1 medium Courgette (Zucchini) Diced, added later.
  • 100 ml Orange Juice Citrus brightness.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Can use maple syrup as a vegan option.
  • 500 ml Chicken Stock Low-sodium recommended.
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Ground Coriander
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chilli Powder
  • 1 tsp Turmeric
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 spray Olive Oil Cooking Spray For sautéing.
  • 1 handful Fresh Coriander (Cilantro) For garnish.
Optional Sauce Thickener
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch For thickening sauce.

Equipment

  • Ovenproof casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan 160°C) or 350°F.
  2. In a large, ovenproof casserole dish, spray a light coating of olive oil cooking spray. Sauté the chicken thighs, onion, garlic, and ginger for 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Sprinkle in the paprika, ground coriander, ground cumin, chili powder, turmeric, and cinnamon, stirring for another 2 minutes to coat the ingredients.
  4. Add sliced carrots, honey, orange juice, orange zest, and chicken stock, stirring gently to combine.
  5. Cover the casserole and bake for about 40 minutes.
  6. In the final 20 minutes of baking, add diced courgette to the casserole and cook uncovered.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
  8. Serve the casserole with your favorite sides and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Opt for chicken thighs for moisture and flavor. Use fresh herbs for garnish for added freshness.

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