Chicken Tagine

Chicken Tagine is a fragrant, slow-cooked Moroccan dish that combines tender chicken with a medley of spices, dried fruits, and vegetables. This Kosher twist on the classic dish brings warmth and depth to your dining table, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 400 g
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Canned chickpeas - 1 cup, drained and rinsed
• Dried apricots - 100 g, chopped
• Chicken broth - 250 ml
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Ground ginger - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or tagine over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the chicken thighs to the skillet, browning them on all sides, about 8 minutes.
5. Season the chicken with cumin, cinnamon, ginger, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
6. Add the sliced carrot, diced zucchini, chickpeas, and chopped dried apricots to the skillet.
7. Pour in the chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
8. Cover the skillet or tagine and let it cook for 30 minutes on low heat, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
9. Once done, remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 510
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chicken and chickpeas, promoting muscle health.
• Contains a variety of vegetables and dried fruits, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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