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Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Meyer Lemons and Green Olives

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This recipe is just one of the countless ways to use preserved lemons.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    40 min

  • Yield

    Serves 4

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup dry white wine
16 pitted green olives, halved
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken dry, then season with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté chicken until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side. Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm, covered.

    Step 2

    Add remaining tablespoon oil to skillet and reduce heat to moderate. Cook onions and garlic, stirring frequently, until softened but not browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add turmeric and pepper and cook, stirring, 1 minute.

    Step 3

    Scrape pulp from preserved lemon, reserving for another use. Cut rind into thin strips and add to onions with broth, wine, and olives.

    Step 4

    Return chicken, with any juices accumulated on plate, to skillet. Braise, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes. Serve sprinkled with cilantro.

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