Chicken Tagine with Olives

Chicken Tagine with Olives is a fragrant Moroccan dish that brings together tender chicken, aromatic spices, and briny olives for a delicious low-carb meal. Perfectly suited for those looking to enjoy a flavorful BBQ experience without the carbs.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 400 grams (boneless, skinless)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium (finely chopped)
• Garlic - 3 cloves (minced)
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon (grated)
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Chicken broth - 250 ml
• Green olives - 100 grams (pitted and halved)
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons (chopped)
• Lemon - 1 (juiced)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a large skillet or tagine, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the chicken thighs, seasoning with cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brown on all sides for about 7-10 minutes.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20 minutes.
6. Add the halved green olives and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 5-10 minutes uncovered, allowing flavors to meld.
7. Stir in chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 750 mg
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in antioxidants from spices like turmeric and ginger, promoting overall health.

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