Description
Moroccan Tagine is a captivating North African dish that combines tender meat or chickpeas with a vibrant array of vegetables and spices. Cooked in a traditional clay pot, this aromatic stew simmers slowly, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. The result is a rich, comforting meal that fills your home with an enticing aroma. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, Moroccan Tagine not only tantalizes the taste buds but also encourages sharing stories around the table. Serve it over fluffy couscous or with crusty bread to soak up every delicious drop of sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 can of chickpeas (drained)
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic. Drain the chickpeas.
- In a tagine or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
- Add cumin and cinnamon stick; mix in diced tomatoes and simmer for two minutes.
- Return chicken to the pot with chickpeas and add enough water to cover halfway. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 1 hour until the chicken is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg