Mouthwatering Moroccan Casserole: A Family-Friendly Delight

This Moroccan Casserole is a family-friendly dish filled with aromatic spices, delicious chicken, and healthy vegetables.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Moroccan

Calories: 285

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

8 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs chicken breasts can be substituted with adjusted cooking time

For the Aromatics

1 piece onion, halved and finely sliced shallots can provide a milder flavor
3 cloves garlic, crushed you can use garlic powder as an alternative
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger ground ginger works well if needed

For the Vegetables

2 pieces carrots, sliced feel free to mix in additional vegetables like bell peppers
1 piece courgette (zucchini), halved lengthways and sliced cherry tomatoes can be a juicy alternative

For the Flavor Base

1 piece juice and zest of 1 orange try substituting with lemon juice for a different citrus note
1 tablespoon honey maple syrup can replace it for a vegan option
300 ml chicken stock vegetable stock is a great substitute for a vegetarian version

For the Spices

2 teaspoons paprika smoked paprika can deepen the taste
2 teaspoons ground coriander cumin can be used instead
2 teaspoons ground cumin feel free to swap it with coriander
1 teaspoon chili powder omit if you prefer a milder dish or replace with sweet paprika
½ teaspoon turmeric it can be omitted for less complexity
¼ teaspoon cinnamon adjust according to your taste preferences

For Cooking

1 spray olive oil cooking spray regular olive oil can be used for sautéing if preferred

For Garnishing

Fresh coriander to garnish parsley can be a suitable alternative

Equipment

Oven-proof casserole dish

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Moroccan Chicken Casserole

Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan 160°C) or 350°F.
In your oven-proof casserole dish, spray a light coating of olive oil cooking spray and place it over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs, onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until browned and onions are softened.
Mix in the spices: paprika, ground coriander, ground cumin, chili powder, turmeric, and cinnamon. Stir well to coat the chicken and vegetables, toasting the spices for a minute or two.
Add sliced carrots, honey, orange juice and zest, and chicken stock. Stir to combine, ensuring the carrots start to soften in the broth.
Transfer the casserole dish to the preheated oven without a lid. Bake uncovered for about 1 hour, checking occasionally. After 40 minutes, add the courgette and cook for the final 20 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh coriander before serving.
Serve hot, accompanied by couscous, quinoa, or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

This Moroccan casserole is easy to make and can be customized with different vegetables and proteins.

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