Chicken-Butternut Tagine

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
24%
Chicken-Butternut Tagine
35 min.
4
311kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that brings the vibrant flavors of North Africa right to your kitchen! Our Chicken-Butternut Tagine is a delightful dish that perfectly marries the sweetness of butternut squash with the savory goodness of tender chicken, creating a meal that is both satisfying and nutritious. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a busy weeknight dinner or a leisurely weekend lunch.

Imagine the aromatic spices of ground cinnamon, cumin, and turmeric wafting through your home as you cook. These spices not only enhance the flavor but also offer a wealth of health benefits. The addition of pitted dried plums adds a touch of natural sweetness, while the picholine olives provide a delightful briny contrast, making each bite a burst of flavor. With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein and healthy fats, this dish is as wholesome as it is delicious.

Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a comforting meal with your family, this Chicken-Butternut Tagine is sure to become a favorite. So, gather your ingredients, heat up that Dutch oven, and get ready to savor a dish that celebrates the rich culinary traditions of tagine cooking!

Ingredients

  • ounces butternut squash cubed peeled
  •  plums dried pitted chopped
  • cups less-sodium chicken broth fat-free
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • teaspoon ground turmeric 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • ounces picholine olives pitted halved
  • cups onion chopped
  • teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • pound chicken breast boneless skinless cut into bite-sized pieces

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add onion; cook 8 minutes or until golden, stirring occasionally. Stir in cumin and next 7 ingredients (through chicken); cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in broth, squash, olives, and dried plums; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 minutes or until squash is tender.
  3. Garnish with parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories311kcal
Protein33.87%
Fat29.28%
Carbs36.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29
Glycemic Load
5.13
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
24.823912983355%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.14mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Isorhamnetin
4.01mg
Kaempferol
0.53mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
16.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:310.99kcal
15.55%
Fat:10.45g
16.07%
Saturated Fat:1.67g
10.42%
Carbohydrates:29.58g
9.86%
Net Carbohydrates:24.46g
8.9%
Sugar:12.66g
14.06%
Cholesterol:72.57mg
24.19%
Sodium:1081.24mg
47.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.19g
54.38%
Vitamin A:6562IU
131.24%
Vitamin B3:13.81mg
69.03%
Selenium:40.11µg
57.3%
Vitamin B6:1.14mg
56.99%
Phosphorus:317.67mg
31.77%
Potassium:975.51mg
27.87%
Vitamin C:19.99mg
24.23%
Manganese:0.48mg
23.82%
Vitamin B5:2.19mg
21.89%
Fiber:5.12g
20.46%
Magnesium:74.67mg
18.67%
Vitamin E:2.65mg
17.64%
Vitamin K:16.06µg
15.3%
Iron:2.49mg
13.84%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.36%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
13.02%
Copper:0.23mg
11.34%
Folate:38.23µg
9.56%
Calcium:91.09mg
9.11%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.56%
Zinc:1.11mg
7.43%
Source:My Recipes