Elevate your dinner with this Moroccan Spiced Chicken recipe! Flavorful chicken thighs are marinated in a fragrant blend of spices and lemon juice, seared to golden perfection, and baked with chickpeas and dried apricots for a sweet-savory twist. Finish with fresh spinach and toasted almonds for a delightful crunch. Perfect served with couscous or rice to soak up the delicious sauce. Quick prep and packed with flavor, this dish is sure to impress!
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, juiced
1 cup chicken broth
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup dried apricots, chopped
1 cup spinach, fresh
¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted
Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish