Baked Spiced Chicken

Baked Spiced Chicken is a flavorful Moroccan-inspired dish that melds aromatic spices with tender chicken, making it a delightful and protein-packed meal. This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, offering a taste of North Africa right in your kitchen.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 400 grams (skinless)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Chickpeas - 200 grams, canned and drained
• Dried apricots - 100 grams, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4. In a baking dish, spread the chickpeas and chopped dried apricots evenly.
5. Place the marinated chicken thighs on top of the chickpeas and apricots.
6. Drizzle lemon juice over the chicken and cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and slightly browned.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 38 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 820 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in antioxidants from spices, which may help reduce inflammation.

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