Moroccan Inspired Griddled Chicken
Tasty Moroccan spiced griddled chicken.
It is a simple, healthy recipe rich in protein, and vitamin B12.
An ideal main dish where many sides would accompany it.
Serves 4 – 6
Takes 90 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast or 6 thighs
- lug olive oil
- 1tsp ground cumin
- 1tsp ground ginger
- 1tsp turmeric powder
- 1tsp cinnamon
- 1tsp paprika
- 1tsp cayenne
- 1tsp garlic powder
- pinch sea salt & black pepper
Method
Place the chicken pieces, olive oil and all of the spices into a mixing bowl.
Stir well until the chicken is fully coated.
Cover the bowl and leave to marinade for at least an hour in the fridge.
Remove the chicken from the fridge until room temperature. Add the sea salt and black pepper and mix.
Pre heat the griddle pan until hot, add a lug of oil to coat it. This will prevent the chicken from sticking to it.
Place the chicken pieces onto the hot griddle pan.
Allow the chicken to be cooked util golden in colour with a slight char on both sides.
Remove the chicken from the griddle pan onto a plate, and cover with foil.
Allow to rest for 10 minutes.
To Serve
It is a great main dish that goes so well with many sides such as Moroccan Inspired Couscous, to name but a few.
Store
Fridge 3 days.
Freezer 3 months.
Tips
If there is any left-over chicken simply cut into slices and store in the fridge. Or store in the freezer in a sealable, biodegradable freezer bag to provide quick access to delicious chicken when you need it.
Food Produce
Ideally use organic food produce where possible.
Visit your local food suppliers or farmers market for fresh produce.
Consider the animal welfare when selecting fresh meat,poultry, eggs and dairy.
Select foods that are ethically sourced.
Ideally know the provenance.
Consider eating more sustainable foods.
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Author: Angela Taffinder the founder of Emporium Treatment Clinic. A practising Aesthetician for 35+ years, holistic and wellbeing advocate and yoga instructor. The creator of Yoga & Vitality.