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How to Make Moroccan Chicken Tagine - A Step-by-Step Guide

Moroccan cuisine is known for its rich flavors, aromatic spices, and exotic ingredients. One classic dish that encapsulates the essence of Moroccan cooking is the Chicken Tagine. This delectable dish is a slow-cooked, savory stew that is traditionally prepared in a conical-shaped clay pot called a tagine.

The key to a delicious Moroccan Chicken Tagine lies in the combination of spices and the slow cooking process, which allows the flavors to meld together and create a truly exquisite dish....

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup ground cumin
  • 2 tablespoons ground turmeric
  • 2 tablespoons ground coriander
  • 2 tablespoons ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons crushed dried mint
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • ½ cup chopped dried apricots
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs
  • ¼ cup olive oil, or as needed
  • ½ small onion, minced
  • 2 teaspoons chopped garlic
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • ¼ cup toasted sliced almonds

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Make the spice mix: Mix cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, coriander, ginger, mint, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Measure out 1/2 cup spice mix and set remaining mix aside for another use.
  • Make the tagine: Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add apricots and raisins and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water.
  • Place chicken and 1/2 cup reserved spice mix into a bowl; toss until thoroughly coated.
  • Pour enough olive oil into a large skillet or Dutch oven to coat the bottom; turn heat to medium. Cook chicken in the hot skillet until golden brown and it releases easily from the skillet, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add apricots, raisins, and reserved 1/2 cup cooking water; stir in chicken broth and honey. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook until chicken is very tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Serve chicken garnished with cilantro and almonds.

    • Nutrition

    371 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 44mg
    • Sodium: 1375mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 148mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 523mg

    Categories

    Moroccan recipes
    Chicken recipes
    Tagine recipes