Be mindful of the salt, as the olives can be quite salty. Taste as you go and adjust accordingly. For a richer flavor, consider using chicken broth instead of water. Serve over a bed of couscous or rice to soak up the delicious sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for added freshness.
Olive Chicken I
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME0 mins
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SERVING5 People
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VIEWS51
Embark on a culinary journey to Morocco with this vibrant and zesty Olive Chicken. Bathed in a lemony sauce and studded with savory green olives, this dish is a symphony of flavors that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate8 g
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Cholesterol170 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein44 g
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Saturated Fat12 g
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Sodium2341 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat51 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a large sauté pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. (2 minutes)
02
StepAdd the chopped onions, ground ginger, and paprika to the pan. Sauté until the onions are softened and golden brown. (8-10 minutes)
03
StepArrange the chicken pieces on top of the sautéed onions. (2 minutes)
04
StepPour in the water and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the pitted green olives. (3 minutes)
05
StepBring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and cook for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through. (60 minutes)
06
StepCheck the seasoning and adjust if necessary before serving. (2 minutes)
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Lenny Schneider
Jun 30, 2025This recipe is amazing! The lemon and olive combination is so bright and flavorful.
Letha Graham
Jun 19, 2025Made this last night, and it was a hit! The chicken was so tender and the sauce was bursting with flavor.
Noah Bernhard
Mar 28, 2025Easy to follow recipe and the result was delicious. Will definitely make again!
Emmalee Homenick
Feb 15, 2025My family loved this! Even my picky eaters asked for seconds.
Ted Moore
Feb 5, 2025This is my new go-to chicken recipe! So easy and so delicious.
Greg Runolfssonpowlowski
Jan 26, 2025I used bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for extra flavor and richness, it was fantastic!
Leland Koelpin
Jan 3, 2025I added a little bit of preserved lemon to the sauce, and it was incredible.
Margaret Feil
Jan 1, 2025I was a little worried about the amount of salt, but rinsing the olives really helped. It was perfect!