Description
Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Apricots is a vibrant, aromatic dish that blends tender chicken, sweet apricots, and fragrant spices for an unforgettable meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup dried apricots, halved
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Olive oil for sautéing
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and grated ginger until soft and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Add boneless chicken thighs; season with salt, pepper, cinnamon, and ginger. Sauté until browned on all sides (approximately 7 minutes).
- Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth to cover the chicken halfway. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Stir in drained chickpeas and dried apricots; let simmer together for an additional 15 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider incorporating almonds or swapping apricots for figs or prunes. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.