Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Recipe | James Beard Foundation

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken breasts or thighs
• 2 tablespoons turmeric
• 1 1/2 teaspoons dry mustard
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon cardamom
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 cup grapeseed oil
• 1/3 cup raisins
• 1/3 cup white wine
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1/3 cup English cucumber, seeds removed and chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon freshly chopped mint
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Salt and pepper
• 1 cup vegetable or chicken stock
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 cup couscous
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• Optional garnish: fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or mint