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Moroccan Chicken Tagine Dinner Recipe

Moroccan Chicken Tagine Dinner Recipe

Moroccan Chicken Tagine Dinner Recipe is a delightful dish that marries tender chicken with a medley of exotic spices, dried fruits, and nuts. Cooked slowly in a traditional tagine, a unique cone-shaped clay pot that intensifies flavors, this North African delicacy presents a delightful balance of sweet and savory notes that will surely delight your loved ones.
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Course Dinner
Cuisine American

Equipment

  • Tagine pot or Dutch oven
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Stove

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup green olives
  • 1/4 cup dried apricots
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • er browning the seasoned chicken thighs, set them aside and sauté the chopped onion until translucent in the same pot.
  • Add minced garlic, ground cumin, ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, cloves, and cayenne pepper to create a flavorful base for the tagine.
  • Pour in chicken broth, return the chicken to the pot, and introduce the green olives, dried apricots, and honey for a sweet and savory balance.
  • Let the tagine simmer covered for 45 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
  • Before serving, adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance the taste profile of the dish.

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Notes

Substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.
Add a splash of lemon juice for a tangy twist.
For a vegetarian option, swap chicken with chickpeas and vegetables.
Make ahead and let the flavors meld overnight for an even tastier dish.
Toast the spices before adding for a more intense flavor.