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Moroccan Chicken & Rice

Delicious Moroccan Chicken & Rice: A Family Favorite Dish

Experience the vibrant flavors of Moroccan Chicken & Rice, a comforting and crowd-pleasing family dish.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Moroccan
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Marinade
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs Can use boneless thighs as a substitute.
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried coriander Can substitute with ground fennel.
  • 1 teaspoon oregano Can substitute with thyme or basil.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Increase for more flavor.
  • to taste salt and pepper Basic seasonings.
For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Vegetable oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cups chicken stock Consider vegetable stock for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped Shallots or leeks can be substituted.
  • 1 cup basmati rice Other long-grain varieties may require different cooking times.
For Garnishing
  • 2 pieces lime wedges To serve.
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Optional.
  • 1/4 cup fresh coriander Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • ovenproof skillet
  • plastic wrap
  • Fork

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine fresh lemon juice, turmeric, cumin, dried coriander, oregano, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly in this vibrant marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor infusion.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and sear for another 5 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low and pour in the chicken stock. Cover and let the chicken simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Remove chicken from skillet. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed, then sauté onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in more turmeric and coriander, then add basmati rice, tossing to coat.
  6. Pour the simmering chicken stock back into the skillet with the rice and bring to a gentle boil. Place the seared chicken thighs on top of the rice and cover. Bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving, garnished with lime wedges, Greek yogurt, and fresh coriander.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use basmati rice for quick cooking. Garnish generously for added brightness.

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