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Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Updated: Apr 9, 2022




This delicious chicken stew is packed with the flavors of Morocco and offers a unique dinner option for your family or guests. This recipe can be made in a ceramic dish if you do not own a Tagine but we will encourage you to get a clay Tagine as it really amplifies the flavor.


Moroccan Chicken Tagine Recipe


Serving Prep Time Cook Time

4-6 20 Min 45 Min


Spice Rub


Chicken

  • 6 Chicken Breasts

  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil

  • 1 chopped onion (medium)

  • 4 minced garlic cloves

  • 1 oz chopped fresh cilantro

  • Rind of 1 preserved lemon ( or 1 thinly sliced lemon)

  • 3/4 cup Green Olives (Pitted)

  • 1/4 cup Raisins

  • 3 Tablespoons tomato paste

  • 1 1/2 cup Chicken broth




Instructions


  1. In a small bowl, combine the ingredients for the rub

  2. Pat chicken dry and season lightly with salt

  3. Rub the chicken all over with the rub Set aside for 45 minutes (alternatively overnight in the fridge)