Who doesn’t love one pot chicken recipes? This savory stew is packed with protein and rich in aromatic spices. Stews are staple recipes during the cold winter months. They’re nutritious and delicious, plus a great way to warm up after a long day. Stews can also be beneficial for meal prepping. Just portion and freeze leftovers to enjoy throughout the week or on nights when life gets hectic. This stew features flavors of Morocco, vegetables rich in antioxidants and fiber, and chicken for a good dose of protein. Made in just one pot for easy clean up. Enjoy!
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Ingredients
- 8-12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper (to taste) & 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp ginger root, minced
- 1 tbsp ground coriander
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 ½ tsp ground cumin
- 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- ¾ c. dried apricots, cut into strips
- 4 c. low-salt chicken broth
- 1 bunch kale, washed, thick center ribs removed, sliced into 1-inch strips
- For garnish: fresh cilantro, chopped
- For garnish: almonds, sliced and toasted
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Sprinkle chicken generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large pot or Dutch oven. Brown chicken thighs, transfer to a plate, and set aside.
- Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once onions are soft, add cinnamon, cumin, coriander, paprika, red pepper flakes, and 1 tsp salt. Cook while stirring for 30 seconds.
- Return chicken to pot. Add sweet potatoes, apricot, chicken broth and lemon juice and bring to a boil. Cover and transfer to oven. Cook for 45 minutes.
- Remove from oven and uncover. Push kale into broth a little at a time and stir into stew.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
***Don’t have a Dutch oven? Use a slow cooker! Cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
