Chicken Casablanca

from Fix it and Forget it

Makes 6-8 servings

1 Tbsp oil
2 large onions, sliced
1 tsp. ground ginger
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 large carrots, diced
2 large potatoes, diced
3lbs skinless chicken pieces
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
2 Tbsp. raisins
14 1/2 oz can chopped tomatoes
3 small zucchini, sliced
15oz can garbanzo beans, drained
2 Tbsp. chopped parsley

(I usually omit the raisins because I just do...)

1. Saute onions, ginger, and garlic in oil in skillet (reserve oil). Transfer to slow cooker. Add carrots & potatoes.

2. Brown chicken over medium heat in reserved oil. Transfer to slow cooker. Mix gently with vegetables.

3. Combine seasonings in separate bowl. Sprinkle over chicken and vegetables. Add raisins and tomatoes.

4. Cover. Cook on high 4-6 hours.

5. Add sliced zucchini, beans and parsley 30 minutes before serving.

6. Serve over cooked rice or couscous.

Variation: Add 1/2 tsp turmeric and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper to step 3.