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Spicy Moroccan Chicken
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Ready In: 60 Minutes
Servings: 6
This high-protein, easy-to-make stew bursts with flavor and antioxidants. 431 Calories, 31 grams of protein, 45 Carbs, 15g of fat, 2g saturated fat, 7g fiber. From USA Weekend.
Ingredients:
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons coriander
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
1 teaspoon grated gingerroot
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 cup fat-free low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups canned chopped no-salt-added whole tomatoes
2 cups canned chick-peas, rinsed
3/4 cup pitted kalamata olive, halved
1/2 cup raisins
2 tablespoons honey
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1/2 lemon, seeded, cut into 4 wedges
Directions:
1. In a shallow bowl, combine 2 tsp cinnamon, cumin and coriander, plus cayenne pepper and salt. Dredge chicken in spices.
2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chicken; sauté until browned, turning once. Remove chicken.
3. Add onion to skillet, sauté 3 minutes. Add garlic, ginger and broth; sauté 5 minutes.
4. Add all remaining ingredients and the chicken. Cover and simmer 30 minutes. Serve in bowls with whole-wheat pitas.
By RecipeOfHealth.com