Moroccan Lemon Chicken

Ginger, cinnamon, turmeric and the distinctive flavour of preserved lemon combine to great effect in this braised chicken dish.

• Ready In: 1 hr 45 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1 (4 lb)  roasting chickens
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1  onion, grated
• 1  teaspoon turmeric
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1  bunch cilantro, chopped
• 1  bunch parsley, chopped
• 1 -2  preserved lemon, seeds removed and chopped
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Place the chicken in a large saucepan with all the ingredients, except the preserved lemons.
2. Half cover the chicken with water and simmer over a low heat for about 20 minutes, turning occasionally.
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F
4. Transfer the chicken to the oven and cook until the chicken is tender and the liquid reduced - about 1 hour. Add a little more liquid if it becomes too dry.
5. Stir in the chopped preserved lemon and serve hot.