Description
Instant Pot Moroccan Chicken with Apricots & Almonds is a flavorful one-pot meal that combines tender chicken, sweet apricots, and crunchy almonds, creating a delightful culinary experience in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup dried apricots
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds (toasted)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Sauté Aromatics: Set your Instant Pot to 'Sauté.' Add 2 tbsp olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Brown the Chicken: Add boneless chicken thighs to the pot, season with salt, pepper, cumin, and cinnamon. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes.
- Add Fruits & Broth: Stir in dried apricots and toasted almonds. Pour in chicken broth and mix well.
- Pressure Cook Time: Secure the lid on your Instant Pot. Set it to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Release & Serve: After cooking, perform a quick release of pressure. Stir gently before serving over couscous or rice. Drizzle with sauce for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For a nut-free option, substitute almonds with sunflower seeds. Experiment with spices; saffron can add a unique twist.