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. Perfectly suited for those seeking gluten-free and dairy-free options, this dish is not only healthy but also bursting with aromatic spices that will tantalize your taste buds. In just 55 minutes, you can create a meal that serves four, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings with friends.

The star of this dish is the tender chicken, marinated with fresh cilantro, garlic, and a blend of spices including cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric. These ingredients come together to create a rich and savory base that is further enhanced by the addition of olives and preserved lemons, adding a unique tanginess that is characteristic of Moroccan cuisine.

Cooking in a traditional tagine or a Dutch oven allows the flavors to meld beautifully, resulting in a dish that is both comforting and exotic. The vibrant colors and enticing aromas will fill your kitchen, inviting everyone to the table. Serve it alongside hot cooked couscous for a complete meal that is sure to impress. Whether it's lunch or dinner, this Chicken Tagine is a main course that promises to transport you to the bustling markets of Morocco with every bite.

Ingredients

  •  meat from a rotisserie chicken cut into 8 pieces
  •  cilantro sprigs fresh
  •  garlic cloves chopped
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoons ground ginger 
  • 0.5 cup kalamata olives pitted
  • 0.3 cup olive oil divided
  •  onions halved sliced
  •  parsley sprigs fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  •  to 4 wedges 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%
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