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Cinnamon-Spiced Moroccan Chicken

• Low Calorie • Spices For Health

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Cinnamon, cumin and ginger add authentic Moroccan flavor to boneless chicken thighs in this entrée that's ready in less than 30 minutes.

Makes 4 servings.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

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Cinnamon-Spiced Moroccan Chicken(continued)

2 tablespoons flour, divided

1 1/4 teaspoons McCormick® Cinnamon, Ground

1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Cumin, Ground

1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Ginger, Ground

1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Red Pepper, Ground

1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt from McCormick® Sea Salt Grinder

4 small boneless skinless chicken thighs (1 1/4 pounds)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup chicken broth

1/2 cup pitted whole dates, sliced

1/4 cup toasted sliced almonds

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Cinnamon-Spiced Moroccan Chicken(continued)

1. Mix 1 tablespoon of the flour, cinnamon, cumin, ginger, ground red pepper and sea salt in shallow dish. Coat both sides of chicken with spice mixture.

2. Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook 3 minutes per side or until golden brown.

3. Mix remaining 1 tablespoon flour and broth; add to skillet. Bring to boil. Stir in dates and almonds. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, 7 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Serve over couscous or rice.

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Cinnamon-Spiced Moroccan Chicken(continued)

per serving

Calories: 349

Fat: 17 g

Carbohydrates: 21 g

Cholesterol: 94 mg

Sodium: 427 mg

Fiber: 3 g

Protein: 28 g

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