Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Name: Moroccan Chicken Tagine
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Ground cumin; Ground coriander; Ground cinnamon; Paprika; Ground ginger; Salt and pepper; Olive oil; Lemon juice; Whole chicken; Olive oil; Onions; Garlic; Chicken broth; Green olives; Dried apricots; Fresh cilantro; Toasted almonds

Traditional Moroccan Chicken Stew with Aromatic Spices

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.

2 h
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Marinade

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

For the Chicken

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

For the Garnish

Fresh cilantro

chopped

Toasted almonds

sliced

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

Combine spices

Combine cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, ginger, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

Add oil and lemon

Add olive oil and lemon juice, mixing well to form a marinade.

Coat and chill

Coat chicken pieces with the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Preparing the Tagine Base

Heat oil

In a large tagine or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Use a traditional tagine pot for authentic flavor and presentation.

Sauté onions and garlic

Add onions and garlic, sautéing until softened.

Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can become bitter.

Add broth

Stir in chicken broth, bringing it to a simmer.

Cooking Process

Browning the Chicken

Sear marinated chicken pieces in the pot until golden brown on all sides.

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.

Finishing Touches

Uncover the pot, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly while stirring occasionally.

Plating & Serving