Description
Spiced Apricot Chicken Tagine is a fragrant Moroccan-inspired dish that features tender chicken thighs simmered with sweet apricots, aromatic spices, and a touch of honey. This one-pot meal offers a delightful blend of flavors that will transport you to exotic lands with every bite. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this tagine is not just a recipe; it’s an experience that brings warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the onions and grating the ginger.
- In a large pan over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add seasoned chicken thighs to the pan and sear until golden brown on both sides (approximately 6-7 minutes per side).
- Stir in chopped apricots along with grated ginger, cinnamon, cumin, and coriander; cook for an additional 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and honey; bring to a gentle boil before reducing heat to simmer for 30 minutes.
- Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, then garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg