Welcome to the world of authentic Moroccan chicken tagine, a captivating dish that embodies the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Moroccan cuisine. As you embark on this culinary adventure, you will be guided through the steps to create an unforgettable meal that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Morocco. Let us delve into the secrets of this time-honored recipe, unraveling the perfect balance of spices, the tender texture of the chicken, and the symphony of flavors that come together in this iconic dish.
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MOROCCAN CHICKEN TAGINE
Chicken tagine is a traditional Moroccan dish of chicken pieces braised with spices, garlic, onion, olives, and preserved lemons. It's company-worthy yet easy to throw together.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Dinner
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Combine the spices in a small bowl and set aside. Zest the lemon. Combine 1 teaspoon of the lemon zest with 1 minced garlic clove; set aside.
- Season both sides of chicken pieces with 2 teaspoons salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Heat the oil in a large heavy-bottomed Dutch oven or pan over medium-high heat until beginning to smoke. Brown the chicken pieces skin side down in single layer until deep golden, about 5 minutes; using tongs, flip the chicken pieces over and brown the other side, about 4 minutes more. Transfer the chicken to a large plate; when cool enough to handle, peel off the skin and discard. Pour off and discard all but 1 tablespoon of fat from the pan.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until they have browned at the edges but still retain their shape, 5 to 7 minutes (add a few tablespoons of water now and then if the pan gets too dark). Add the remaining minced garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the spices and flour and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the broth, honey, remaining lemon zest, and ¼ teaspoon salt, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits. Add the chicken (with any accumulated juices) back in, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the carrots, cover, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the carrots are tender-crisp, about 10 minutes more.
- Stir in the olives, reserved lemon zest-garlic mixture, cilantro, and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice; taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired. Serve with couscous.
- Note: Don't fret too much over trimming the chicken thighs. The skin gets removed midway through the cooking process and most of the fat will cook off and get drained. I usually just take kitchen shears and quickly snip off any excess skin or fat. Cracked green olives are olives that have been 'cracked' or split open before curing, allowing the brine or marinade to penetrate. You can find them in your supermarket's olive bar, or substitute any green olive that you like.
- Make-Ahead: After you have completed the step of cooking the carrots, the dish can be refrigerated for up to 2 days. To serve, gently warm on the stove until the chicken is heated through, then proceed to the step where the olives and remaining ingredients are added.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 chicken thigh, Calories 367, Fat 13 g, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 47 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sugar 7 g, Fiber 2 g, Sodium 794 mg, Cholesterol 215 mg
MOROCCAN CHICKEN TAJINE
Steps:
- In a large bowl, mix the garlic, cumin, ginger, paprika, salt and pepper, 1/2 cup grated onion, and the oil.
- Rinse the preserved lemons, and remove the pulp. RESERVE the lemon peel for later use.
- Add the lemon pulp to the mixing bowl. Add the chicken. Mix everything together and place in a large plastic bag to marinate overnight in the refrigerator. (Twenty-four hours really gives the chicken the best flavor.)
- In a large Dutch oven or casserole, place the chicken and marinade; add the stems of the parsley and cilantro, the rest of the grated onion, the powdered saffron and 1 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil over high heat, turn down to a simmer and cook, partially covered, for 30 minutes.
- Remove the cover, stir the chicken and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes or until the chicken is tender.
- Remove the chicken to a serving dish and cover with foil to keep warm. Keep sauce on stove and begin to reduce.
- Slice the preserved lemon peel into thin slices and add to the sauce along with the olives, parsley and cilantro. Reduce until the sauce is just a little thick. This shouldn't take more than 5 minutes at most.
- Uncover the chicken and remove the skin from the chicken. (It doesn't look pretty and who needs the extra fat.) Pour sauce over chicken and serve.
MOROCCAN CHICKEN TAGINE RECIPE (AUTHENTIC & EASY)
This Moroccan Chicken tagine recipe has been in my family for generations. Extremely easy to make and full of flavors. You will love it!
Provided by Safaa (founder of moroccanzest)
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Prepare your ingredients. Chop the vegetables and press the garlic.
- Place the heat diffuser on your stove and place your Deep pan on top of it. Make sure everything is stable before you start cooking.
- In the pan, add the chopped onion, oil, pressed garlic, spices, chicken drumsticks, and ½ cup of water. Mix until the drumsticks are entirely covered with the sauce.
- Cover your pan and let everything gently boil for 10 minutes on low heat. Stir from time to time.
- Pour 3-4 cups of water or until your chicken is covered with the sauce.
- Cover the cooking pot and let cook on low to medium heat until the drumsticks are almost ready. This might take from 30 to 40 minutes, depending on your chicken drumsticks. Check regularly and add a little of water if sauce evaporates.
- When the chicken is almost done, add the frozen peas, sliced carrots preserved lemons and half the quantity of parsley and coriander. Cover again and let cook until everything is all tender and well cooked. This can take between 20 to 30 minutes. Check regularly and add water whenever needed.
- Once everything is well cooked and if there is a lot of sauce, uncover your pot and let evaporate for a few minutes. The sauce should be thick, not watery.
- To serve your dish, gently position the chicken drumsticks and vegetables in the center of your plate and pour a little of the sauce on top.
- Decorate with marinated olives and some fresh parsley, and coriander.
- Serve hot or tepid, with fresh bread.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 408 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving
MOROCCAN CHICKEN TAGINE
Sweet and savory stewed chicken with dried fruits and exotic spices. Serve this on top of couscous and top with toasted almonds and fresh cilantro. Children love the familiarity of the 'sweet' spices and dried fruits.
Provided by Chef Kelly
Categories World Cuisine Recipes African North African Moroccan
Time 2h6m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Mix cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, coriander, ginger, mint, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Measure out 1/2 cup spice mix and set the remaining aside for another use.
- Bring a small pot of water to a boil; add apricots and raisins. Cook until fruit is soft, about 5 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of cooking water.
- Pour enough olive oil into a large skillet or Dutch oven to coat the bottom; turn heat to medium. Coat chicken with the 1/2 cup spice mix and place in the hot oil; cook until golden brown and releases easily from the skillet, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Mix onion and garlic into skillet with chicken; cook and stir until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add apricots, raisins, reserved 1/2 cup water from fruit, chicken broth, and honey; reduce heat to low and cover. Cook until chicken is very tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Serve chicken garnished with cilantro and almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 43.5 mg, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 15.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 1375.1 mg, Sugar 22.3 g
INSTANT POT® MOROCCAN CHICKEN TAGINE
Your Instant Pot® replaces the traditional clay or ceramic cone-shaped cooking pot used in Moroccan cuisine (the tagine). The word 'tagine' also refers to the slow-cooked, stew-like dish that is prepared in it. This chicken tagine features the authentic flavors of preserved lemons and olives, with a delicious combination of spices typically used in Moroccan cooking.
Provided by Kim's Cooking Now
Categories World Cuisine Recipes African North African Moroccan
Time 4h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine garlic, paprika, ginger, turmeric, and saffron in a large bowl. Add chicken pieces and mix until coated with spices. Cover and refrigerate, 3 to 4 hours or overnight.
- Cut preserved lemon into quarters. Remove pulp from the peel and remove seeds from pulp. Mince pulp and set aside. Cut lemon peel into strips and set aside.
- Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil and butter in the cooker; add chicken. Cook chicken until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate, reserving drippings in the pot.
- Place onions and lemon pulp into the hot pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions have softened, about 5 minutes. Add cinnamon stick, place chicken on top, and scatter olives and lemon peel over the chicken. Pour in chicken broth. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid carefully, turning it away from you. Transfer contents to a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and cilantro and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 75.8 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 2538.4 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
CLASSIC MOROCCAN CHICKEN TAGINE
Make and share this Classic Moroccan Chicken Tagine recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Jubes
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Finely dice the onions and sauté in a large pot with the spice mix, using the olive oil.
- When the onions and spice mix starts to give off a fragrant smell, add in the diced chicken. Fry this off for 2 minutes.
- Add the cans tomato, stock, 1 cup of water, chickpeas and the juice of half a lemon.
- Season with salt and pepper and let this simmer for 15 minutes. If it gets to thick too quickly add in more water.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.8, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 84.5, Sodium 1354, Carbohydrate 60.7, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 7.8, Protein 33.5
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use a whole chicken cut into 8 pieces. This will give the tagine a richer flavor than using boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
- If you don't have a tagine, you can use a Dutch oven or a large pot with a tight-fitting lid.
- Be sure to brown the chicken in the pot before adding the other ingredients. This will help to develop the flavor of the tagine.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with the spices in this recipe. You can add more or less cumin, ginger, or paprika to taste.
- Serve the tagine with couscous, rice, or pita bread.
Conclusion:
Moroccan chicken tagine is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to impress your guests at a dinner party. The combination of chicken, vegetables, and spices creates a flavorful and aromatic dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.
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