Description
Instant Pot Moroccan Chicken with Apricots & Almonds is a deliciously aromatic dish that combines tender chicken thighs with sweet apricots and crunchy almonds, all infused with warm spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, this one-pot meal is quick to prepare and bursting with flavor. Experience a taste of North Africa with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode. Heat olive oil and add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Season chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, cumin, cinnamon, and ginger.
- Add seasoned chicken to the pot and brown on both sides for about 5 minutes total.
- Stir in dried apricots and chicken broth.
- Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 10 minutes. Let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes before quick releasing any remaining steam.
- Carefully open the lid, sprinkle toasted almonds over the chicken, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, sauté onions until caramelized before adding garlic. Substitute dried apricots with figs or raisins for a different flavor profile. Serve over couscous or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.