This North African-inspired chicken dinner is all about big aroma and cozy elegance: juicy roasted chicken thighs, sweet carrots and onions, tender chickpeas, and a warm blend of cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon brightened with lemon and herbs. It’s colorful, deeply savory, and perfect when you want something a little transportive without making a complicated meal.
Details
Ingredients
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Simple Truth® Naturalˆ Boneless & Skinless Fresh Chicken Thighs1 lb 4.49
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Carrots1 lb 1.69
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Jumbo Yellow Onions1 medium 1.49
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Fresh Organic Lemon - Each1 each 2.00
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Organic Parsley2 tablespoons chopped 1.99
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Garlic3 cloves 1.50
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Chickpeas (garbanzo beans)1 can, drained and rinsed
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Olive oil2 tablespoons
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Ground cumin1 1/2 teaspoons
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Ground coriander1 teaspoon
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Paprika1 teaspoon
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Ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon
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Kosher salt1 teaspoon
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Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Peel the 1 pound carrots and cut on a diagonal into 1-inch pieces. Slice 1 medium yellow onion into wedges. Mince 3 garlic cloves. Cut the 1 lemon in half.
- In one medium bowl, toss the 1 pound chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- In a second bowl, toss the carrots, onion, 1 can drained chickpeas, and minced garlic with 1 tablespoon olive oil, the remaining 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat on the stove. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 3 minutes per side until lightly golden. Transfer to a plate.
- Add the carrot, onion, and chickpea mixture to the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to soften.
- Nestle the chicken thighs back into the skillet on top of the vegetables. Squeeze in juice from half the lemon.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 18 to 22 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the carrots are tender.
- Chop 2 tablespoons parsley and cut the remaining lemon half into wedges.
- Plate the carrots, onions, and chickpeas first, then top with the chicken. Spoon over any pan juices and finish with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
Cook time: 45 minutes
Estimated cost: $15-19
Health notes: Approx. 610 calories per serving. High in protein and fiber, with plenty of vegetables and a moderate amount of healthy fat.
Drink pairing: A dry rosé or juicy Grenache pairs beautifully with the warm spices and roasted sweetness. For white wine, try Viognier.