Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
12 unit

bone-in chicken thighs

skin intact

1 tsp

salt

to taste

1 tsp

pepper

to taste

2 tbsp

olive oil

2 unit

onions

chopped

3 unit

carrots

chopped

2 cloves

garlic

chopped

1 tsp

ground cumin

1 tsp

ground ginger

1 tsp

paprika

1 tsp

turmeric

2.5 cup

chicken stock

0.5 unit

whole tomatoes

crushed

1 unit

orange

grated rind and juice

0.5 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 2
~4 min

Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a large flameproof casserole dish over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~4 min

Brown chicken thighs on all sides until golden brown. Add more oil if needed.

Step 5
~4 min

Transfer browned chicken to a plate.

Step 6
~4 min

Remove all but 1 tablespoon of oil from the casserole dish.

Step 7
~4 min

Add chopped onions and carrots to the dish and cook for 8 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 8
~4 min

Add chopped garlic, cumin, ginger, paprika, and turmeric to the dish.

Step 9
~4 min

Cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour in chicken stock, crushed tomatoes, orange rind, and orange juice.

Step 11
~4 min

Return the chicken thighs to the casserole dish.

Step 12
~4 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 13
~4 min

Cover the casserole dish and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 14
~4 min

Bake for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

Step 15
~4 min

Remove 4 chicken thighs to save for soup.

Step 16
~4 min

Transfer the remaining chicken to a serving platter.

Step 17
~4 min

Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 18
~4 min

Serve over couscous or rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of spices to your preference.

For a richer flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs.

Garnish with chopped cilantro or mint for added freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over couscous or rice.

Serve with a side of crusty bread for dipping.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Green salad with a lemon vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North Africa

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in North African cuisine, often served at family gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Ramadan
Eid al-Adha

Occasion Tags

weeknight dinner
family gathering
casual entertaining

Popularity Score

65/100

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