Spicy Moroccan Stew

Spicy Moroccan Stew


1. In 10-inch skillet, heat 1 inch water to boiling over high heat. Add carrots; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until carrots are just tender-crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain carrots; set aside.

2. Meanwhile, in large ziptight plastic bag, combine flour, cumin, coriander, ground red pepper, black pepper, cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add chicken and toss until evenly coated.

3. In a nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicke and cook until evenly browned, about 5 minutes per side. With tongs, transfer chicken to large bowl.

4. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion, zucchini, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Add carrots and 1/4 cup water, and cook 5 minutes longer.

5. To vegetables in skillet, add tomatoes with puree, garbanzo beans, and chicken; heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring and breaking up tomatoes with side of spoon. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until juices run clear when thickest part of thigh is pierced with knife, about 10 minutes.

6. Meanwhile, prepare couscous as label directs.

7. To serve, spoon couscous onto large platter; top with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

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