This Instant Pot Moroccan Chicken dish is bursting with warm spices, tender chicken, and sweet dried fruits. It's a perfect balance of savory and sweet, making it a delightful dish for a cozy dinner or a special occasion. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this flavorful and easy-to-make recipe!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1/4 cup golden raisins
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Directions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat olive oil.
- Brown the chicken thighs on both sides and then remove from the pot.
- Add onion, garlic, and spices to the pot. Sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth, honey, dried apricots, and golden raisins.
- Return the chicken thighs to the pot and coat with the sauce.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set to high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Once done, allow for a natural release for 10 minutes before quick releasing the remaining pressure.
- Serve the Moroccan chicken over couscous or rice, garnished with slivered almonds.
- Enjoy your flavorful and aromatic Instant Pot Moroccan Chicken!
Interesting Facts
Moroccan cuisine is known for its blend of spices like cumin, cinnamon, and ginger.
Dried fruits like apricots and raisins are commonly used in Moroccan savory dishes to add sweetness.
Instant Pot cooking allows for quick and easy preparation of complex and flavorful dishes.