Spicy Tunisian Charmoula Chicken with Preserved Lemon
This dish combines spicy Tunisian charmoula with tangy preserved lemon, creating a robust and aromatic flavor profile perfect for any occasion.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, combine cilantro, parsley, preserved lemon, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cayenne, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Coat Chicken
Rub the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's well-coated.
- 3
Refrigerate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
Preparing the Relish
- 1
Mix Relish Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix the preserved lemon with red onion, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Tip: ⚠ Important: Make sure to rinse preserved lemons if they are heavily salted.
- 2
Meld Flavors
Stir well and let sit for at least 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- 3
Set Aside
Set aside for serving.
How to Make Spicy Tunisian Charmoula Chicken with Preserved Lemon
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Grill Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high. Grill marinated chicken skin-side down first until cooked through and charred.
- 2
Make Relish
Mix preserved lemon and ingredients as noted in preparation. Let sit.
- 3
Check Doneness
Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- 4
Timing & Heat Guide
Marination: 1 hour (or overnight) Grilling: 25-30 minutes Heat Guide: • Grilling Chicken: Medium-high heat • Keeping Chicken Warm: Low heat
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