Moroccan Chicken Tagine
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
For the Chicken
For the Garnish
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
Moroccan Chicken Tagine
Moroccan Chicken Tagine
Serving Suggestion
Serve the chicken tagine over fluffy couscous, allowing the aromatic sauce to envelop each grain.