Recipe Information

• Servings: 4
• Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
• Difficulty: Medium

Ingredients

• For the main dish:
  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 6 medium waxy potatoes
  • 1 large onion
  • 3 cloves of garlic
  • 1 preserved lemon
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of ground white pepper
  • 20 grams of butter
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon of turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon of Ras el Hanout (Moroccan spice blend)
  • 1 small bunch of chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 small bowl of fresh coriander leaves
  • 100 grams of pitted green olives

Instructions

1. Peel the onion, cut it in half, and slice it into strips about ½ cm wide.
2. Peel the garlic, remove any germ, and crush the cloves.
3. Peel the potatoes and cut them into 3 cm pieces.
4. Mix half of the salt and pepper, then season the chicken thighs on all sides.
5. In a skillet, heat the olive oil and butter, and brown the chicken thighs. Remove from the pan and set aside.
6. Add the onions to the skillet and sweat them for a few minutes. Then add the spices, stir, and add the potatoes.
7. Pour in enough water to barely cover the vegetables, and add the preserved lemon cut into quarters.
8. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to medium, cooking for 20 minutes.
9. Add the olives and cook for an additional 10 minutes without the lid.
10. Stir in the chopped parsley at the end of cooking.
11. Serve garnished with fresh coriander leaves.

Notes

This dish is best served with warm bread to soak up the flavorful sauce. You can also accompany it with a light salad for a complete meal.

Recipe Tips

• For an extra depth of flavor, let the tagine sit covered for a few minutes before serving.
• Feel free to experiment with vegetables like carrots or zucchini for added texture and nutrition.
• Pair this dish with a glass of white wine or a refreshing mint tea to complement the spices.

Nutritional Information

The dish contains approximately: 350 calories per serving, with 20g of protein, 15g of fat, and 35g of carbohydrates.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I make this dish in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the tagine a day ahead. Just reheat it gently when ready to serve.

2. Can I substitute chicken thighs for another type of meat?

Absolutely! Chicken breasts or even lamb can work well. Adjust the cooking times accordingly.

3. What can I serve with Chicken Tagine?

This dish is traditionally served with couscous or warm bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

4. Is it possible to make this dish vegetarian?

Yes, simply substitute the chicken with hearty vegetables and adjust seasoning to taste.

5. How spicy is this recipe?

This recipe is not particularly spicy, but you can adjust the spices to your taste by adding chili peppers or cayenne pepper if desired.