Sally Bee's Moroccan Chicken

dried apricots

🥗Healthier: fresh apricots

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh apricots are lower in sugar and calories.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey offers leaner meat options.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats and are often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces sodium and calories.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and spices (cinnamon, cumin, paprika, turmeric) until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add chicken pieces to the pot, browning on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add chickpeas and dried apricots, stirring to combine.

Cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Remove the lid and cook for an additional 10 minutes to thicken the sauce.

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and toasted almonds before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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