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One Pot Moroccan Chicken Tagine

One Pot Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Maghreb is a region in North Africa, and one of its signature dishes is a One Pot Chicken Tagine recipe.
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Moroccan
Keyword: One Pot Moroccan Chicken Tagine
Servings: 8 People
Calories: 353 kcal
One Pot Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Equipment

  • large Dutch oven with a lid
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 2 cups cups carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup green olives
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add chopped onions and minced garlic and sauté until onions are soft and translucent.
  • Add chicken to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add ground ginger, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground cinnamon, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Add chicken broth and diced tomatoes to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Add chopped carrots, chopped sweet potatoes, and green olives to the pot and stir to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to low.
  • Cover the pot and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  • Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro (if using) and serve hot.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

 
Use bone-in chicken thighs for a more flavorful dish.
Cut the vegetables into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.
Adjust the spices and seasoning to your liking.
For a richer flavor, brown the chicken on all sides before adding the spices and vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 353kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 99mg | Sodium: 877mg | Potassium: 794mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g
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