If you love the Indian curries but would prefer a milder dose of spices, then Moroccan chicken is one delicacy that you will enjoy having. With an assortment of Indian spices from cumin to turmeric used to bring in mild flavors, this chicken is perfect for days you choose to entertain. The Moroccan spice blend is famous for different spices each bringing in their own individual flavour without overlapping each other. This spice blend can be ground and stored for using later.
Moroccan chicken, with just a bit of grilling and a very few ingredients will give you the most scrumptious, flavorful, tender and juiciest chicken.
Health Benefits
Chicken is a great source of protein. Also rich in selenium with anti-oxidants, chicken helps in building immunity as well.
Ingredients
cup extra virgin olive oil: 1/2
cup chopped scallion (white part only): 1/4
cup chopped parsley: 1/4
cup chopped fresh cilantro: 1/4
tsp minced garlic: 1
tsp paprika: 2
tsp ground cumin: 2
tsp salt: 1
tsp turmeric: 1/4
tsp cayenne pepper: 1/4
boneless skinless chicken breasts: 4
How To Make Moroccan Chicken
- To a bowl, addoil, scallions, parsley, cilantro, garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, turmeric and cayenne pepper and mix well.
- Process in the food processor until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken breast pieces with the spice paste.
- Let the chicken rest for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-hot.
- Grill the chicken breast a few minutes or until you think the chicken is done.
- Serve with your favorite sides and sauces or on its own.
Trivia
The Arabs intruded the Moroccan state in the 7th century. They came up with the idea of new types of bread, cereals, spices, and grains in addition to certain sweet and sour sides which the Persians liked. These included raisins with lentils or apricots in couscous dishes of Morocco.
Apart from the Arabs and Moors, France occupies an important place in the Moroccan culinary world. The flavors that the French brought to Morocco can still be largely found in the fondness of Moroccan locals for café culture, pastries, and also wine.