1tablespoonfresh oregano or 1 tablespoon marjoram leaves
4bay leavesfresh if available
2limeszest and juice
1tablespoonsweet paprikasmoked
1/4cupolive oilplus
1tablespoonolive oildivided
2teaspoonscumin seeds
1tablespoonsugar
1cupchicken stock
mint leafto garnish
cilantro leafto garnish
Instructions
Place the chicken in a shallow dish and season with salt and pepper.
In a food processor, process the chilies, garlic, oregano or marjoram, bay, lime zest and juice, paprika and about 1/4 cup olive oil into a paste. Slather all over the chicken pieces, coating them evenly. Chill several hours or overnight.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cumin seeds and swirl a few seconds to toast then add chicken pieces and lightly brown, 10 minutes.
Sprinkle the sugar over the chicken and add the stock. Partially cover and cook 10 minutes more.
Recipe Notes
Toss with mint and cilantro, and serve with mashed potatoes alongside.