Moroccan Lemon Chicken W/Summer Squash & Gr. Olives (Sbd P1) |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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From most recent book. Haven't tried. While the ingredient list for this recipe may seem long, it largely features common pantry spices. When combined, these spices make up a version of ras-al-hanut, an intriguing blend that is widely used on Moroccan style meats and fished. If you prefer, look for prepared ras al-hanut or another Moroccan blend in the spice section of your supermarket. Mixed with a little extra virgin olive oil, these spices make a wet rub that blackens while cooking, giving the chicken a nice, exotic taste. Ingredients:
24 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves, 4- 2 oz. pieces |
1 teaspoon cumin |
1 teaspoon ground ginger |
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon |
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper |
1/4 teaspoon allspice |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/8 teaspoon cayenne |
1 lemon |
4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil |
1 small onion, thinly sliced |
3/4 lb summer squash, thinly sliced crosswise |
1/3 cup pitted green olives |
2 tablespoons water |
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped |
Directions:
1. Pound chicken breast between two sheets of wax paper to 1/4 inches thick.
2. In small bowl, combine the cumin, ginger, cinnamon, pepper, allspice, salt, and cayenne. Finely grate zest of lemon into spice mixture, Squeeze 1 T juice from lemon and add to mixture. Add 3 t of the oil to spice mixture and stir to combine.
3. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken, in batches if necessary. Cook, turning, until blackened on the outside and cooked through, 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Loosely cover with foil to keep warm.
4. Add remaining 1 t oil to the skillet and return to medium heat. Add reserve onion slices and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon and scraping up any brown bits, 3 minutes.
5. Add squash, oilved, and water. Season lightly with additional salt and pepper to taste. Stir well.
6. Cover, and cook until squash is tender, 4-5 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Squeeze a little more lemon juice over chicken and vegetables. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.
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