Moroccan Lemon Chicken W/Summer Squash & Gr. Olives (Sbd P1)

"From most recent book. Haven't tried. While the ingredient list for this recipe may seem long, it largely features common pantry spices. When combined, these spices make up a version of ras-al-hanut, an intriguing blend that is widely used on Moroccan style meats and fished. If you prefer, look for prepared ras al-hanut or another Moroccan blend in the spice section of your supermarket. Mixed with a little extra virgin olive oil, these spices make a wet rub that blackens while cooking, giving the chicken a nice, exotic taste."
 
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Ready In:
40mins
Ingredients:
15
Serves:
4
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ingredients

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directions

  • Pound chicken breast between two sheets of wax paper to 1/4 inches thick.
  • In small bowl, combine the cumin, ginger, cinnamon, pepper, allspice, salt, and cayenne. Finely grate zest of lemon into spice mixture, Squeeze 1 T juice from lemon and add to mixture. Add 3 t of the oil to spice mixture and stir to combine.
  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken, in batches if necessary. Cook, turning, until blackened on the outside and cooked through, 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Loosely cover with foil to keep warm.
  • Add remaining 1 t oil to the skillet and return to medium heat. Add reserve onion slices and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon and scraping up any brown bits, 3 minutes.
  • Add squash, oilved, and water. Season lightly with additional salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.
  • Cover, and cook until squash is tender, 4-5 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Squeeze a little more lemon juice over chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

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  1. Super easy to make and great flavor! The spice balance is perfect - not overpowering, but not too subtle either. I've made this on the stove as written, but it works equally well to throw everything in a casserole dish and put it in the oven if you need the stove for other things. I serve over couscous with a little feta.
     
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