Moroccan Lemon Chicken with Preserved Lime and Coriander

Name: Moroccan Lemon Chicken with Preserved Lime and Coriander
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts; Preserved lemons; Fresh coriander; Garlic cloves; Ground cumin; Paprika; Turmeric; Salt and pepper; Olive oil; Chicken broth; Lemon juice; Honey; Ground coriander; Fresh coriander leaves; Preserved lemon slices

A zesty delight bursting with North African flavors

This bright and savory chicken dish features preserved lemons and coriander for a Moroccan-inspired meal that's both comforting and exotic.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Preserved lemons

2, rinsed and finely chopped

Fresh coriander

3 tablespoons, chopped

Garlic cloves

4, minced

Ground cumin

2 teaspoons

Paprika

1 teaspoon

Turmeric

½ teaspoon

Salt and pepper

to taste

Olive oil

3 tablespoons

For the Sauce

Chicken broth

1 cup

Lemon juice

1 tablespoon

Honey

1 tablespoon

Ground coriander

1 teaspoon

For Garnishing

Fresh coriander leaves

Preserved lemon slices

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

Combine marinade ingredients

In a large bowl, combine preserved lemons, chopped coriander, garlic, cumin, paprika, turmeric, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Coat the chicken

Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well-coated with the marinade.

Refrigerate

Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours for the best infusion of flavors.

Preparing the Sauce

Combine sauce ingredients

In a small saucepan, combine chicken broth, lemon juice, honey, and ground coriander.

Simmer

Bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Reduce

Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly reduced.

Do not over-simmer the sauce, or it will become too concentrated. For a thicker sauce, mix a teaspoon of cornstarch with water and add it to the saucepan.

Cooking Process

Searing the Chicken

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken breasts until golden on both sides and cooked through.

Finishing the Sauce

Pour the prepared sauce over the seared chicken in the skillet, ensuring each piece is well coated.

Simmering

Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for an additional 15 minutes to meld flavors.

Plating & Serving