How To Make Moroccan Chicken with Sweet Potato Mash
The breast is the leanest part of a chicken. No wonder a lot of health buffs and fitness enthusiasts are drawn to this specific cut of meat. Besides that, you can make all kinds of dishes with it! Just take a look at this collection of chicken breast recipes, and you’ll be surprised by the range of options. Try it out and make everything from crispy baked dishes to tender slow-cooked renditions.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup milk or cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then brown them in the skillet for about 3 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes until onions are soft and translucent.
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Add the ground cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well for about a minute until fragrant.
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Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
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Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato mixture. Cover the skillet and transfer it to the preheated oven.
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Bake for 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
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Meanwhile, cook the sweet potatoes in a large pot of salted boiling water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and return to the pot.
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Add butter and milk/cream to the sweet potatoes. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve the Moroccan chicken over the sweet potato mash. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Calories : 420kcal
- Total Fat : 14g
- Saturated Fat : 2g
- Cholesterol : 186mg
- Sodium : 1513mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 49g
- Dietary Fiber : 5g
- Sugar : 6g
- Protein : 24g
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