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Moroccan Chicken And Lentils Recipe

This vibrant Moroccan Chicken and Lentils recipe, adapted from Bon Appetit (January 2004), is a weeknight winner! Tender chicken and earthy lentils are tossed in a fragrant cumin, chili, and cinnamon-spiced dressing. Get ready for a luscious aroma filling your kitchen and a satisfying meal the whole family will love. Easily scalable for any size gathering.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 392.4 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 3.8 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Moroccan Chicken And Lentils

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How to Make Moroccan Chicken And Lentils

  1. In a large saucepan, combine 8 cups water and 1 teaspoon salt. Add 2 cups green lentils and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender but not mushy.
  3. Drain lentils, rinse with cold water, and drain again. Transfer to a large bowl.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons ground cumin, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  5. Pour 1 cup of the dressing over the warm lentils and gently toss. Set aside to cool.
  6. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and sauté until dark brown and softened (5-10 minutes).
  7. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, and sauté for 2 minutes.
  8. Stir in 1 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon chili powder, and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  9. Cook until chicken is cooked through (about 5 more minutes).
  10. Arrange the cooled lentils on a large platter. Top with the cooked chicken.
  11. Drizzle with the remaining dressing and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

15g

Carbs

8g

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