Next Post
Basil Pomodoro Shrimp with Creamed Corn Polenta.
This post may contain affiliate links, please see our privacy policy for details.
Skillet Moroccan Chicken. Spice rubbed chicken, pan seared, and finished with peaches, tomatoes, and lots of salty feta. Filled with color and flavor, this dish is pretty and delish! It’s also quick, easy, and a great way to use up any peaches and tomatoes you currently have sitting on your counter.
If there’s any week that needs a quick skillet chicken dinner, it’s this week. Man oh man, I know it’s only Wednesday, but like, I really wish it was Friday!
My week started off on not the best foot, but I’m going to be positive and say that it will be ending with both feet firmly moving forward. For some odd reason, I did not sleep at all on Sunday night, and I’m pretty sure that threw my entire Monday off. Normally, I’m the type of person that by the time my head actually hits the pillow, I’m sleeping within five minutes. But something was way off Sunday night and I could not fall asleep. And when I did, I had the most bazaar and uncomfortable dream that left me feeling uneasy all day long.
Normally I love Mondays, but this week is was kind of brutal. I was groggy, and my morning was filled with back to back meetings, followed by a full day in the kitchen. Safe to say I slept well Monday night, and thankfully Tuesday was much better.
Anyway, my point in all this rambling is that this week has been hectic, and it’s weeks like these where I really love and appreciate my skillet dinners.
They really are the best.
With the summer days winding down, my goal is to use all the summer produce I can. My other goal? To think up some more creative ways to incorporate tomatoes and peaches into recipes. I love a good peach crisp and tomato pasta, but it’s also fun to try different things!
Enter this Moroccan chicken that’s a mix of classic Moroccan flavors with fresh summertime flavors…so easy and delicious!
Here are all the details:
Season up that chicken! Traditionally Moroccan chicken uses a lot of spices, but I simplified things just a smidge, and only used my favorites from the mix….hint, hint, lots of smoky paprika, lemon, and ginger.
To keep the chicken from drying out, I like to simmer it in a little white wine OR chicken broth. Wine is my preferred liquid, but broth works just as well!
Now, add some fresh peaches and transfer the skillet to the oven. This will give the peaches a nice char.
Also…I know that peaches might seem out of place, but their sweetness really adds a nice balance to the spiced chicken. It’s that sweet and savory combo that you guys know I love so much!
While the chicken is in the oven, toss together some fresh tomatoes with basil and pistachios.
Grab the chicken from the oven and finish it off with the herby tomatoes and feta cheese. Done and DONE. Again, it’s pretty simple, super colorful, healthy, and so delicious.
Pretty much perfect for any night of the week, and any occasion from Sunday night dinner, to a quick Wednesday meal, to a Saturday night dinner party. Very versatile.
And most important? It’s just really good!
Serve this with steamed rice or couscous and dinner is complete.
If you make this skillet Moroccan chicken, please be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love hearing from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every one of you. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to also tag me on Instagram so I can see! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Tieghan, I made this tonight and had your sweet potato gnocchi as a side. Heaven!
I love that! And I am so glad you enjoyed this Marpy! Thank you!
This. Was. Delicious! Thank you for sharing!
Thanks so much Meredith!
This was so tasty! I made this for my husband and brother and sister in law, who were skeptical about the peaches involved in a savory dish like this. They all loved it! I will say that I had to leave the dish in the oven quite a bit longer than suggested, and even ended up broiling it, to get some browning on the peaches like your photo. Great flavor combinations. I can’t wait to cook more of your dishes!
Thank you so much Kelsie! I hope you love other recipes you try as well!
I can’t wait to try this tonight! I have loved so many of your other recipes (especially the skillet chicken ones – yum!) To clarify – the basil, tomatoes, balsamic and tomatoes are added at the end, and are not cooked?
Hi there! Yes, the basil, tomatoes, balsamic and tomatoes are added at the end. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much! xTieghan
This was really good. I had a little too much liquid but I think it’s because I simmered it covered.
Thank you Kate!
You called it moroccan, somebody said it reminds them of Italy, well I think it could be a greek recipe! Not just because of the feta, but the chicken with lemon and tomatoes, the pistacchio… I guess it’s a mediterranean recipe…
My mother and I really loved this recipe, it was surprising yet familiar and smells so good! Thank you!
Thank you so much! I am so glad you and your mother loved this recipe Sophie!
So delish!
Thank you Lara!
What a beautiful dish, i plan to make it tonight. Is the chicken with skin or without skin?
I like to use skinless chicken breast, but skin on works if you prefer chicken with skin. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much! xTieghan
I just made this recipe and followed your directions exactly. It was fantastic! So flavorful and nourishing. The pistachios are a must! I really enjoyed this.
Thank you so much Amanda!
Such a delicious skillet dinner idea! Love the Moroccan flavors paired with those pretty peaches!
Thank you Laura!
I just made this and it was SO GOOD!!!!!!!!!!! One of the better things I’ve made in some time. The flavors came together SO well. I had to keep the pan in the oven a little longer and eventually put it under the broiler to get the peaches to get that char. Next time I will sear my chicken longer so it looks as crispy as yours. Thank you, you are so talented and I love your site!
I am so happy to hear that Nina! Thank you!
Wow, looks yummy and healthy. Keep it on. We try your recipes at home.
I did few recipes pls check and comment.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUecU6kJzVrWXO5-EbjpP-w
Thank you so much Raj!
My husband made this for dinner tonight. It was delicious! And he used basil and cherry tomatoes from our garden which made it all the better! The feta was a great touch, I can’t wait to have the leftovers for lunch tomorrow.
I just love all your recipes – I’m so happy a friend clued me in to your website! Looking forward to trying something else!
Thank you so much Bridget! I am so glad you loved this recipe!!
“Oh my, this dinner smells like Italy!”
This is what my boyfriend said as I was cooking and as we started eating we both kept commenting with pleasure grunts ???
It’s getting cold in Ireland right now and this just brought me back to summer days with my family in Italy.
So. Darn. Good.
That is so amazing to hear! Thank you so much Anna!
Hi Tieghan, this looks amazing ! When you say 2 cups tomatoes halved, should I measure them before of after cutting them in half ? I’m not certain this changes anything Ahha but I can’t help wondering ? thank you so much !
Isadora
HI! Measure out the tomatoes before cutting. Don’t stress, it does not need to be exact though. Please let me know if you have any other questions. I hope you love this recipe. Thanks so much! xTieghan