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Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Name: Moroccan Chicken Tagine
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 160 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Ground cumin, 1 teaspoon; Ground coriander, 1 teaspoon; Ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon; Paprika, 1 teaspoon; Ground ginger, 1 teaspoon; Salt and pepper, to taste; Olive oil, 4 tablespoons; Lemon juice, of 1 lemon; Whole chicken, cut into pieces; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Onions, 2 large, sliced; Garlic, 3 cloves, minced; Chicken broth, 2 cups; Green olives, 1 cup, pitted; Dried apricots, 1/2 cup, halved; Fresh cilantro, chopped; Toasted almonds, sliced

Discover the rich flavors of Morocco with this classic chicken tagine, blending spices, fruits, and tender chicken in a warming stew, perfect for dinner gatherings.

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·By Ethan Brooks·September 10, 2025

Moroccan Chicken Tagine — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

40 min

Cook

2 h

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Marinade

For the Chicken

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 443 kcal
Protein: 20.2 g
Carbs: 13.4 g
Fat: 34.6 g
Fiber: 2.9 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2659 kcal
Protein: 121.4 g
Carbs: 80.5 g
Fat: 207.9 g
Fiber: 17.1 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Ground cumin 1 teaspoon	8	0.4	0.9	0.5	0.4
Ground coriander 1 teaspoon	5	0.3	1.1	0.3	0.7
Ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon	6	0.1	2.1	0	1.4
Paprika 1 teaspoon	6	0.3	1.2	0.3	0.8
Ground ginger 1 teaspoon	6	0.2	1.4	0.1	0.3
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Olive oil 4 tablespoons	480	0	0	56	0
Lemon juice of 1 lemon	12	0.2	3.3	0.2	0.1
Whole chicken cut into pieces	1400	110	0	100	0
Olive oil 2 tablespoons	240	0	0	28	0
Onions 2 large, sliced	88	2	20	0.2	3.2
Garlic 3 cloves, minced	13	0.6	3	0	0.2
Chicken broth 2 cups	30	3	0	3	0
Green olives 1 cup, pitted	155	1	4	15	4
Dried apricots 1/2 cup, halved	157	1.3	41	0.2	4.7
Fresh cilantro chopped	3	0.3	0.5	0.1	0.3
Toasted almonds sliced	50	2	2	4.5	1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Chicken

1
Combine spices
Combine cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, ginger, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
2
Add oil and lemon
Add olive oil and lemon juice, mixing well to form a marinade.
3
Coat and chill
Coat chicken pieces with the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Preparing the Tagine Base

1
Heat oil
In a large tagine or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Tip: Use a traditional tagine pot for authentic flavor and presentation.
2
Sauté onions and garlic
Add onions and garlic, sautéing until softened.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can become bitter.
3
Add broth
Stir in chicken broth, bringing it to a simmer.

How to Make Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Total time: 2 h 40 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Browning the Chicken
Sear marinated chicken pieces in the pot until golden brown on all sides.
2
Simmering the Tagine
Return onions and garlic to the pot, add olives and apricots, then lower the heat and simmer covered for 1.5 hours.
3
Finishing Touches
Uncover the pot, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly while stirring occasionally.