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

When it comes to cooking, Moroccan cuisine is known for its rich and flavorful dishes that are often filled with aromatic spices and tender meats. One classic Moroccan dish that is both delicious and easy to make is the Stovetop Moroccan Tagine. This traditional dish is named after the special pot it is cooked in, called a tagine, which is a unique clay or ceramic vessel with a conical lid that allows for slow cooking and infusing flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
  • ½ medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small butternut squash, peeled and chopped
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth
  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent and chicken is browned, about 15 minutes.
  • Add squash, chickpeas, undrained tomatoes, broth, carrot, sugar, lemon juice, salt, coriander, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Bring mixture to a boil, then lower the heat slightly and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    266 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 20mg
    • Sodium: 879mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 45g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 46mg
    • Calcium: 146mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 905mg