⏱ 80 min total

Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon

Name: Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: ¼ tsp Cinnamon; 1 thigh, bone removed Chicken thigh; ¼ large Onion; ½ fruit without seeds Lemon; ¼ tbsp Olive oil; ¼ tsp Ginger root; ½ cup Chicken broth; ½ clove Garlic; 5 olive Green olives; ¼ tbsp Paprika; ½ tsp, ground Cumin seed

Per 1 serving · 328 g · 11 ingredients

Calories

306

15%
of a 2,000 cal day

Protein
19g
23% of calories
Carbs
13g
16% of calories
Fat
22g
60% of calories

Portion

At a glance

One serving of Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon (328 g) has 306 calories, with 19 g of protein, 13 g of carbohydrates and 22 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (60% of calories). It is high in protein (38% DV), Vitamin C (51% DV) and niacin (35% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 25%, 25% and 31% of the daily value.

Per 100 g

93cal

low energy density

Protein per 100 cal

6.2g

Net carbs

carbs minus fiber

Fiber

4.8g

2.1 g sugar

High in

20%+ of the daily value

Protein38%
Vitamin C51%
Niacin35%
Vitamin B638%
Vitamin B1227%
Iron37%

Good source of

10–19% of the daily value

Dietary fiber17%
Vitamin E12%
Thiamine11%
Riboflavin (B2)18%
Choline10%
Potassium11%

Watch

20%+ of the daily value

Sodium25%
Saturated fat25%
Cholesterol31%

Ingredients

For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.

Directions

Prep 25 minCook 55 min

1
Thinly slice the onions. Cut one lemon into 8 wedges and squeeze the other to obtain 2 tablespoons of juice; set aside.
2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown, about 8 minutes.
3
Add cinnamon, ginger, garlic, paprika, and cumin to the skillet; stir for 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
4
Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet with the lemon wedges. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer, turning occasionally, until the chicken reaches 165°F, about 25 to 30 minutes.
5
Transfer the chicken to a platter. Add olives and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the skillet, increase heat to high, and boil uncovered to thicken slightly, about 5 minutes.
6
Season the sauce with salt and pepper, pour over the chicken, and serve.

Vitamins & minerals

Amounts for 1 serving (328 g). Bars show % of the daily value.

Vitamins

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Vitamin A	69 μg	8%
Vitamin C	46 mg	51%
Vitamin D	0.1 μg	1%
Vitamin E	2 mg	12%
Vitamin K	6 μg	5%
Thiamine	0.1 mg	11%
Riboflavin (B2)	0.2 mg	18%
Niacin	6 mg	35%
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg	38%
Folate (B9)	15 μg	4%
Vitamin B12	1 μg	27%
Pantothenic acid	0.4 mg	7%
Choline	53 mg	10%

Minerals

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Calcium	92 mg	9%
Iron	3 mg	37%
Potassium	510 mg	11%
Magnesium	39 mg	9%
Phosphorus	204 mg	29%
Zinc	2 mg	15%
Copper	0.2 mg	26%
Manganese	0.3 mg	14%
Selenium	18 μg	34%

Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value
Alanine	1 g	—
Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA)	0.1 g	—
Alpha carotene	10 μg	—
Arginine	1 g	—
Aspartic acid	2 g	—
Beta carotene	495 μg	—
Caffeine	0 mg	—
Cystine	0.2 g	—
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)	0 g	—
Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA)	0 g	—
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)	0 g	—
Fluoride	0.4 μg	—
Fructose	1 g	—
Galactose	0 g	—
Glucose	1 g	—
Glutamic acid	3 g	—
Glycine	1 g	—
Histidine	0.4 g	—
Hydroxyproline	0 g	—
Isoleucine	1 g	—
Lactose	0 g	—
Leucine	1 g	—
Lycopene	0.1 μg	—
Lysine	1 g	—
Maltose	0 g	—
Methionine	0.4 g	—
Monounsaturated fats	11 g	—
Phenylalanine	1 g	—
Polyunsaturated fats	4 g	—
Proline	1 g	—
Retinol	22 μg	—
Serine	1 g	—
Starch	0 g	—
Sucrose	0.4 g	—
Theobromine	0 mg	—
Threonine	1 g	—
Total omega 3	0.2 g	—
Total omega 6	3 g	—
Tryptophan	0.2 g	—
Tyrosine	1 g	—
Valine	1 g	—
Vitamin D2	0 μg	—
Vitamin D3	0.1 μg	—

Burning 306 calories

Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.

58min
Walking (3.5 mph)
37min
Cycling (moderate)
25min
Running (6 mph)
43min
Swimming laps

Common questions

How many calories are in Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon?

One serving of Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon (1 serving) has 306 calories, which works out to 93 calories per 100 g. That is about 15% of a 2,000-calorie day.

Is Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon high in protein?

It provides a solid 19 g of protein per serving (38% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 23% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.

Is Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon keto-friendly?

It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 8 g of net carbs and 16% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.

How much sodium is in Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon?

571 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).

How much sugar is in Moroccan Chicken with Green Olives and Lemon?

2.1 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size1 serving (328 g)

Calories306

% Daily Value*

Total fat 22g	28%
Saturated fat 5.1g	25%
Trans fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 92mg	31%
Sodium 571mg	25%
Total carbohydrate 13g	5%
Dietary fiber 4.8g	17%
Total sugars 2.1g
Protein 19g

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

How we calculate this

% Daily Values use FDA reference amounts for a 2,000-calorie diet. The calorie split uses 4 kcal/g for protein and carbs and 9 kcal/g for fat. Claims such as “low sodium” follow FDA thresholds for the serving shown.

Our methodology

Updated October 13, 2026 · Not medical advice

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