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Moroccan Chicken Casserole

Moroccan Chicken Casserole: Hearty Comfort in Every Bite

Discover the Moroccan Chicken Casserole, a flavorful dish of tender chicken thighs and vegetables, packed with spices and only 285 calories per serving.
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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 Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs They stay juicy and flavorful.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Finely sliced for even cooking.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Crushed for intense taste.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Grated for authenticity.
  • 2 medium Carrots Sliced evenly.
  • 1 medium Courgette (Zucchini) Fresh or substitute with bell peppers.
For the Broth
  • 1 medium Orange (juiced and zested) Fresh is best for flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adjust to taste.
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock Opt for low-sodium.
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika A little goes a long way.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander Adds Moroccan flair.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Essential for flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chilli Powder Adjust based on heat preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Gives a beautiful color.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth.
For Cooking
  • 1 spray Olive Oil Spray Lightly coats the pan.

Equipment

  • Oven-proof casserole dish
  • Stove

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Spray an oven-proof casserole dish with olive oil and brown the chicken thighs for about 5-7 minutes on each side, along with onion, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Stir in the spices—paprika, coriander, cumin, chilli powder, turmeric, and cinnamon—coating the chicken evenly and sautéing for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the carrots, honey, orange juice, orange zest, and chicken stock to the dish and stir well.
  5. Cover and bake in the oven for about 1 hour, checking occasionally.
  6. In the last 20 minutes of baking, add the sliced courgette on top.
  7. Remove from oven, season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh coriander, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a thicker sauce, whisk in a cornstarch slurry before serving. Use fresh ginger and orange for best flavor.

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