Chicken seasoned with cinnamon, cumin and turmeric creates a fragrant, savory Moroccan-inspired dish.
The turmeric not only infuses the chicken with a warm golden hue but also adds a earthy depth to the flavor.
It’s served with pearl couscous which is also called Israeli couscous. Its small, round, pearl-like grains are slightly larger and chewier than traditional couscous, making them an ideal companion to the aromatic chicken.
Moroccan Chicken
Yield 2 servings. Recipe by Linda Gassenheimer
2 teaspoons olive oil
3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast 1-inch pieces
1 cup thinly sliced onion
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 teaspoons ground cumin
3 teaspoons minced garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups, no-salt-added, diced tomatoes with their