Chicken Tagine

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Chicken Tagine
55 min.
4
587kcal

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Experience the vibrant flavors of North Africa with this delightful Chicken Tagine recipe, a dish that is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also a feast for the senses. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this aromatic main course is sure to impress your family and friends with its rich blend of spices and tender chicken. The combination of ground cinnamon, ginger, and saffron creates a warm and inviting aroma that fills your kitchen, transporting you to the bustling markets of Morocco.

As you prepare this dish, you'll enjoy the process of marinating the chicken with fresh herbs and spices, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. The addition of olives and preserved lemons adds a unique tanginess that perfectly complements the savory notes of the chicken. With a cooking time of just 55 minutes, you can easily whip up this impressive meal even on a busy weeknight.

Whether served alongside fluffy couscous or enjoyed on its own, this Chicken Tagine is a wholesome and satisfying dish that brings a taste of the exotic to your dining table. So gather your ingredients, fire up your Dutch oven or tagine pot, and get ready to indulge in a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!

Ingredients

  •  chicken cut into 8 pieces
  •  cilantro leaves fresh
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoons ground ginger 
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted
  • 0.3 cup olive oil divided
  •  onion halved sliced
  •  parsley fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  •  simple preserved lemons cut into thin strips
  • pinch saffron threads 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon turmeric 

Equipment

  • dutch oven
  • tajine pot

Directions

  1. Combine first 3 ingredients.
  2. Sprinkle evenly on chicken; cover and chill until ready to cook.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large tagine or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown chicken, in 2 batches, adding more oil if necessary. Return all chicken pieces to tagine, and top with onion and next 5 ingredients.
  4. Combine saffron and 3/4 cup water; pour over chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 30 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring halfway through cooking time.
  5. Stir in olives and Preserved Lemons; cook 5 minutes or until heated.
  6. Serve with hot cooked couscous, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories587kcal
Protein25.04%
Fat69.17%
Carbs5.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.25
Glycemic Load
1.48
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
18.174782421278%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.09mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
0.4mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
11.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:587.3kcal
29.37%
Fat:44.95g
69.15%
Saturated Fat:10.49g
65.55%
Carbohydrates:8.47g
2.82%
Net Carbohydrates:6.28g
2.28%
Sugar:2.54g
2.83%
Cholesterol:142.83mg
47.61%
Sodium:691.54mg
30.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.61g
73.22%
Vitamin B3:13.23mg
66.13%
Selenium:28.9µg
41.28%
Vitamin B6:0.79mg
39.69%
Manganese:0.66mg
32.9%
Phosphorus:305.7mg
30.57%
Vitamin K:23.43µg
22.32%
Vitamin E:3.23mg
21.53%
Vitamin B5:1.84mg
18.4%
Zinc:2.71mg
18.08%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.91%
Potassium:499.04mg
14.26%
Iron:2.56mg
14.23%
Magnesium:50.58mg
12.64%
Vitamin C:9.15mg
11.1%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.12%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.84%
Vitamin A:447.11IU
8.94%
Fiber:2.2g
8.79%
Copper:0.16mg
7.91%
Folate:24.26µg
6.07%
Calcium:57.66mg
5.77%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.54%
Source:My Recipes