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Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Cost $20, save $30

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 90 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $20

INGREDIENTS

  • Spices and Herbs

    • 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 2 teaspoons paprika
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1/2 teaspoon Aleppo chili flakes
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric

  • Fresh Ingredients

    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
    • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
    • 🧅 1 large yellow onion
    • 1 cup green olives

  • Pantry Items

    • 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

STEPS

1

Combine saffron threads with boiling hot chicken broth or water in a small bowl; steep until cooled to room temperature.

2

Cut preserved lemon into quarters and finely chop the flesh; slice peel into strips.

3

Prepare chicken by making cuts on thighs; marinate with preserved lemon flesh, garlic, spices, and saffron liquid for 3-12 hours.

4

Brown chicken in olive oil, then remove.

5

Cook onions with salt, cinnamon, and turmeric; add chicken back to the pan.

6

Simmer chicken for 1 hour on low heat.

7

Add olives and lemon peel, baste chicken, and cook until tender.

8

Raise heat and reduce liquid to desired consistency; garnish with parsley and cilantro.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

480

Calories

  • 37
    Protein
  • 6
    Carbs
  • 36
    Fats

💡 Use preserved lemons for authentic flavor; readily available in specialty stores.Marinating the chicken for a longer time enhances flavor.Serve with couscous or flatbread to complete the meal.