Chicken Casablanca

Okay, I am such a loser - I haven't contributed to this blog in almost 2 months. Sorry! I will try to be better.

This recipe is straight out of the Fix-It and Forget-It Cookbook. I would have never tried this recipe if a friend hadn't told me about it (some of the combinations of ingredients might sound a little different) but it is actually really, really good. The cinnamon and cumin give it such a great flavor, and I like it because it's a little different from your basic meat and potatoes crockpot recipes. If you want some more spice, add a dash of cayenne pepper too!

Barbara

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

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

2. Brown chicken in reserved oil. Add chicken to slow cooker. (I usually skip browning the chicken - it works both ways.)

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

4. Cover. Cook on high 4-6 hours, low 8-10.

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

6. Serve over rice or couscous.