Tajine Zitoune

Tajine Zitoune is a fragrant Moroccan baked dish featuring tender chicken, olives, and a medley of spices, all simmered together for a rich and hearty meal. This dish is traditionally cooked in a tajine pot, infusing the ingredients with deep flavors and aromas.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 300 grams
• Green olives - 100 grams, pitted
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 250 milliliters

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a tajine pot or a suitable baking dish, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic, sliced carrot, and bell pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
4. Season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, cumin, and paprika. Add them to the pot, browning on all sides for about 8 minutes.
5. Stir in the diced tomato, green olives, and chopped cilantro, mixing well.
6. Pour in the water and lemon juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
7. Cover the tajine or baking dish with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
9. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, essential for muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olives, beneficial for heart health.

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