Moroccan Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Add the olives to a pan of boiling water.
2. 2
   Bring the water back to the boil for 30 seconds, then drain and refresh under cold running water.
3. 3
   Repeat twice more, using fresh water each time.
4. 4
   Heat the olive oil in a heavy saucepan.
5. 5
   Add the onions and fry gently, stirring frequently until they are soft and translucent.
6. 6
   Add the chicken breasts and fry for a minute or two.
7. 7
   Add the garlic, ras-el-hanout, saffron, ginger, and pepper and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden.
8. 8
   Add the preserved lemon, coriander, parsley and the blanched olives.
9. 9
   Add enough water to just cover the chicken, then bring to the boil.
10. 10
    Reduce the heat, cover and simmer on a low heat for about 35 minutes.