Moroccan Garlic Chicken Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Morocco with this easy-to-make garlic chicken recipe! Tender chicken pieces are sautéed with fragrant garlic and zucchini, then tossed with a fluffy saffron couscous studded with sweet raisins and fresh basil. A quick weeknight meal that tastes like a culinary adventure. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 498.7 kcal
Protein 75g
Rating 3.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Moroccan Garlic Chicken

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How to Make Moroccan Garlic Chicken

  1. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through.
  4. Stir in diced zucchini and cook for 3 minutes, until tender-crisp.
  5. In a separate saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Stir in couscous, remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes.
  6. Fluff couscous with a fork. Stir in raisins, saffron, and basil.
  7. Gently combine the cooked chicken and vegetable mixture with the couscous.
  8. Heat through over medium heat for 2 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

11g

Carbs

24g

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