Description
Experience the exotic flavors of Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Apricots—an aromatic dish that harmonizes tender chicken and sweet apricots for a delightful culinary adventure.
Ingredients
- Bone-in chicken thighs
- Sweet onions
- Fresh garlic
- Dried apricots
- Cinnamon stick
- Cumin seeds
- Turmeric powder
- Fresh cilantro
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté sliced onions and minced garlic until softened (3–4 minutes).
- Add cumin seeds, turmeric powder, and a cinnamon stick; stir for 30 seconds to release aromas.
- Return chicken to the pot, add chopped apricots along with chicken broth or water, and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 45 minutes. Stir in fresh cilantro and lemon zest before serving hot over couscous or with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg