Tagine De Poulet Aux Olives (moroccan Chicken And Olive Tagine)
Tagine de Poulet aux Olives, or Moroccan Chicken and Olive Tagine, is a classic Moroccan dish known for its rich and aromatic flavors. This slow-cooked stew features tender chicken, briny olives, and a blend of warm spices, creating a comforting and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup green olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a tagine or large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides, then remove from the tagine and set aside.
- In the same tagine, sauté the chopped onion until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the ground cumin, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper, and cook for a few minutes to toast the spices.
- Return the browned chicken thighs to the tagine, and add the green olives, chopped cilantro, and chicken broth.
- Cover and simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, if needed.
- Serve the tagine hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Tagine or large skillet Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stovetop
Serving suggestions
Serve the Tagine de Poulet aux Olives with couscous, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce. A side of Moroccan salad or roasted vegetables complements the dish beautifully.
Tips & tricks
For an extra depth of flavor, marinate the chicken thighs in the spice mixture for 1-2 hours before cooking.
Cost
$15