Chicken Tagine with Chickpeas and Mint

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
53%
Chicken Tagine with Chickpeas and Mint
45 min.
4
410kcal

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors and aromatic spices of our Chicken Tagine with Chickpeas and Mint, a delightful dish that transports you to the heart of North Africa. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only wholesome but also perfect for any meal of the day, be it a cozy lunch or a hearty dinner.

Cooked in just 45 minutes, this single-pot wonder serves four and is packed with a medley of tender chicken pieces, hearty chickpeas, and an assortment of fresh vegetables. The bold combination of spices like cayenne, paprika, and turmeric meld beautifully, creating a rich and savory sauce that infuses each bite with warmth and depth.

The addition of fresh herbs, including fragrant mint and cilantro, elevates the dish, providing a refreshing contrast to the spiced chicken and chickpeas. Accompanied by bright lemon slices and a squirt of fresh lemon juice, every serving bursts with zesty flavor, making it an unmistakably appetizing choice.

Perfectly balanced in nutrients, this Chicken Tagine boasts 410 calories per serving, with a delightful blend of protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this irresistible dish that satisfies both the palate and the heart. Dive into this exotic culinary adventure that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cups garbanzo beans canned drained (chickpeas)
  • medium carrots peeled cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper 
  •  chicken breast halves skinless with bones, , each cut crosswise into 2 pieces
  •  chicken legs skinless separated
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup mint leaves fresh chopped
  • large garlic clove minced
  • tablespoon ginger minced peeled
  • cups green beans 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  •  optional: lemon thinly sliced quartered
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh ()
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • large onion thinly sliced
  • 1.5 tablespoons paprika 
  • 0.5 cup tomatoes diced canned
  • teaspoon turmeric 
  • cups water ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Cover and cook until onion is tender, stirring often, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add paprika and next 5 ingredients; stir 1 minute. Stir in 2 cups water, garbanzo beans, tomatoes with juices, cilantro, lemon, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Bring to boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 10 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper; add to pot. Cover and simmer 30 minutes.
  5. Add carrots and more water to cover if liquid has evaporated; cook 10 minutes. Stir in green beans; simmer until chicken and vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes longer. Season with salt and pepper and more lemon juice, if desired.
  6. Transfer to bowl.
  7. Sprinkle with mint.

Nutrition Facts

Calories410kcal
Protein42.05%
Fat27.91%
Carbs30.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
81.17
Glycemic Load
7.34
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
36.573043818059%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
7mg
Hesperetin
8.9mg
Naringenin
0.25mg
Apigenin
0.16mg
Luteolin
1.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
0.62mg
Myricetin
0.32mg
Quercetin
10.83mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:409.82kcal
20.49%
Fat:13.01g
20.01%
Saturated Fat:2.5g
15.63%
Carbohydrates:31.49g
10.5%
Net Carbohydrates:21.73g
7.9%
Sugar:7.54g
8.38%
Cholesterol:153.39mg
51.13%
Sodium:508.38mg
22.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:44.1g
88.19%
Vitamin A:9790.35IU
195.81%
Vitamin B6:1.72mg
85.79%
Vitamin B3:14.77mg
73.87%
Selenium:48.44µg
69.2%
Manganese:1.2mg
59.83%
Phosphorus:497.65mg
49.77%
Vitamin C:36.29mg
43.99%
Vitamin K:45.22µg
43.07%
Fiber:9.75g
39.02%
Potassium:1189.49mg
33.99%
Vitamin B5:3.07mg
30.66%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.64%
Magnesium:108.98mg
27.25%
Iron:4.74mg
26.35%
Zinc:3.81mg
25.37%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.24%
Copper:0.4mg
20.03%
Folate:75.3µg
18.82%
Vitamin E:2.56mg
17.04%
Vitamin B12:0.85µg
14.12%
Calcium:137.46mg
13.75%
Source:Epicurious