Aromatic Moroccan Ras El Hanout Chicken with Honey and Almonds

Name: Aromatic Moroccan Ras El Hanout Chicken with Honey and Almonds
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Ras El Hanout spice mix; 2 tbsp olive oil; Juice of 1 lemon; 2 garlic cloves, minced; Salt and pepper to taste; 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 cup chicken broth; 2 tbsp honey; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted; Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped; Lemon wedges

Exotic flavors meet comfort in a traditional Moroccan dish

This Moroccan chicken dish features tender chicken braised in a fragrant blend of Ras El Hanout spices, complemented by sweet honey and crunchy almonds.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Marinade

1 tbsp Ras El Hanout spice mix

2 tbsp olive oil

Juice of 1 lemon

2 garlic cloves, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Chicken

4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1 onion, finely chopped

1 cup chicken broth

2 tbsp honey

1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

For the Garnish

Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

Lemon wedges

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

Combine the marinade ingredients

In a bowl, combine Ras El Hanout, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.

To enhance the flavor, roast the Ras El Hanout spices lightly before using.

Coat the chicken

Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade, ensuring they are well-covered.

Marinate

Let marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.

Preparing the Ingredients

Preheat the oven

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Chop and toast

Finely chop the onion and toast the sliced almonds until golden.

Prepare garnishes

Set aside the cilantro and lemon wedges for garnishing.

Tips & Safety

Check internal temperature

Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Allow marinade penetration

Cutting a shallow slit in the chicken helps the marinade penetrate better.

Cooking Process

Brown the Chicken

Sear chicken thighs in vegetable oil over medium-high heat until they are golden-brown.

Create the Sauce

Remove chicken and sauté onions until soft, then stir in honey and chicken broth.

Braise the Chicken

Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over and simmer covered in the oven for 45 minutes until tender.

Plating & Serving