Grilled Moroccan Chicken

Grilled Moroccan Chicken

 Ingredients:

For the marinade:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the sauce:

• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt to taste

For serving:

Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

Lemon wedges

Instructions:

• In a bowl, whisk together all the marinade ingredients: olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

• Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.

• Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

• Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Discard the marinade.

• Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is cooked through. Cooking times might vary based on the thickness of the chicken breasts.

• While the chicken is grilling, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, chopped cilantro, and salt. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

• Once the chicken is done, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

• Serve the grilled Moroccan chicken with a drizzle of the yogurt-tahini sauce and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro or parsley. Garnish with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

You can serve the chicken with your choice of sides, such as couscous, rice, or a fresh salad, to complete the meal.

Enjoy your flavorful and aromatic Grilled Moroccan Chicken!