Ras-el-hanout chicken wraps with a yoghurt sauce

Easy Ras el Hanout Chicken with Moroccan spices, lemon, garlic, and olive oil. A flavorful baked chicken recipe perfect for a quick healthy dinner full of North African taste.

Fragrant Ras el Hanout Chicken made with Moroccan warm spices, garlic, lemon, and olive oil. Juicy baked chicken infused with rich North African flavors, perfect for an easy healthy dinner served with rice, couscous, or vegetables.

🧾 Ingredients

• 8 chicken thighs (boneless or bone-in)
• 2 tbsp ras el hanout spice blend
• 2 tsp salt
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• Cooked rice or couscous (for serving)

👨‍🍳 How to Make Ras el Hanout Chicken

Step 1: Make the marinade

In a bowl, mix olive oil, ras el hanout, salt, garlic, and lemon zest until well combined.

Step 2: Marinate the chicken

Add chicken pieces and coat them well with the marinade.
Let it rest for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight for deeper flavor).

Step 3: Preheat the oven

Heat oven to 220°C (425°F).

Step 4: Bake the chicken

Place chicken on a baking tray lined with foil or parchment paper.
Bake for about 20–25 minutes until golden and fully cooked (internal temp 74°C / 165°F).

Step 5: Finish and serve

Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top and sprinkle with parsley.
Serve hot with rice, couscous, or roasted vegetables.

🔥 Tips for Best Results

• Use chicken thighs for juicier texture
• Marinate overnight for stronger flavor
• Add vegetables like carrots or onions to roast in the same tray
• Serve with yogurt sauce or harissa for extra depth

FAQ❓

What is ras el hanout?

It is a Moroccan spice blend made from warm spices like cumin, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and cardamom.

Can I use chicken breast?

Yes, but thighs stay more juicy and flavorful.

Can I cook it in a pan instead of oven?

Yes, you can pan-sear then cover and cook until done.

Is it spicy?

It is aromatic and warm, not very spicy hot.