Slow Cooker Moroccan Chicken & Chickpeas
A delightful blend of spices and hearty ingredients, this slow cooker dish features tender chicken and chickpeas for a comforting meal.
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 can (15 oz) Chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium Onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Honey Can be replaced with maple syrup for vegan option.
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Spices
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
For Serving
- 1 bunch Fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish, optional)
- 4 servings Cooked couscous or rice For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and dice the tomatoes if using fresh ones. Rinse the chickpeas in a colander and set them aside.
Cooking
- In the slow cooker, add the chopped onion and minced garlic as the base.
- Place the boneless chicken thighs into the slow cooker. Add the rinsed chickpeas over the chicken, ensuring an even distribution.
- In a separate bowl, mix the chicken broth with honey, olive oil, and all the spices: cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken and chickpeas.
- Pour the diced tomatoes on top of the other ingredients.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Check that the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork. The chickpeas should be soft and flavorful.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
- Serve warm over cooked couscous or rice.
- Enjoy your delicious meal!
Notes
Avoid overcooking the chicken to prevent it from becoming dry. Rinse chickpeas to eliminate a gritty texture. Skipping spices may lead to bland flavors. Utilize high-quality chicken broth. Allow the dish to rest before serving for better flavor melding.