Mauritanian Spiced Chicken With Lemon And Olives
This Mauritanian Spiced Chicken with Lemon and Olives recipe is a flavorful and aromatic dish that combines traditional Mauritanian spices with the tangy taste of lemon and the briny flavor of olives. It's a perfect dish to showcase the unique flavors of Mauritanian cuisine.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Mauritanian spice blend
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 cup green olives
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with the Mauritanian spice blend, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the seasoned chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add the sliced lemon and green olives to the skillet.
- Cover the skillet and let the chicken cook for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve the Mauritanian Spiced Chicken with Lemon and Olives hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large skillet Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife
Tools
Cooking thermometer
Serving suggestions
Serving Suggestions: Serve the Mauritanian Spiced Chicken with Lemon and Olives over couscous or with a side of flatbread.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less of the Mauritanian spice blend according to your preference.
Cost
$15