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Quick Moroccan chicken dinner in one pot with vegetables and chickpeas

Quick Moroccan Chicken Dinner in One Pot

A fast, flavorful one-pot Moroccan chicken dinner with vegetables, chickpeas, and warm spices, perfect for busy weeknights and Mediterranean meal prep bowls.
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into chunks – 1.5 lb
  • Olive oil – 2 tbsp
  • Yellow onion chopped – 1 medium
  • Garlic cloves minced – 3
  • Fresh ginger minced – 1 tbsp
  • Ground cumin – 1.5 tsp
  • Paprika – 1 tsp
  • Ground coriander – 1 tsp
  • Ground turmeric – 0.5 tsp
  • Ground cinnamon – 0.5 tsp
  • Salt – 1.25 tsp plus more to taste
  • Black pepper – 0.5 tsp
  • Red bell pepper chopped – 1 large
  • Zucchini chopped – 1 medium
  • Canned diced tomatoes with juices – 1 can 14–15 oz
  • Cooked chickpeas drained and rinsed – 1 can (15 oz)
  • Chicken broth or vegetable stock – 1 cup
  • Dried apricots or raisins chopped – 0.25 cup (optional)
  • Fresh lemon juice – 2 tbsp
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley chopped – 0.25 cup

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven or heavy pot with lid; Cutting board and knife; Wooden spoon; Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Season chicken pieces with part of the salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown chicken on all sides; remove to a plate.
  3. In the same pot, sauté onion until softened, then add garlic, ginger, cumin, paprika, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, remaining salt, and pepper; cook until fragrant.
  4. Stir in bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for 2–3 minutes until they begin to soften.
  5. Add diced tomatoes, chickpeas, chicken broth, and dried fruit if using; stir to combine.
  6. Return browned chicken and any juices to the pot, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until chicken is tender and cooked through.
  7. Stir in lemon juice and fresh herbs, adjust seasoning, and serve hot over grains or as a hearty stew.

Notes

This dish thickens as it sits; add a splash of broth when reheating for a looser consistency. For gut-friendly probiotic benefits, top with Greek yogurt or serve with fermented pickles on the side.