Chicken and Apricot Tagine Recipe

Name: Chicken and Apricot Tagine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 garlic clove, finely chopped; 1 tsp ground ginger; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp ground turmeric; Pinch of ground cinnamon; Pinch of crushed hot red pepper; 2 1/2 cups chicken stock; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 8 oz (225g) mixed dried fruit, such as apricots and raisins, chopped if large; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/2 lb (675g) skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks; 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, to garnish; Large flameproof casserole

Servings: persons

2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground turmeric
Pinch of ground cinnamon
Pinch of crushed hot red pepper
2 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 tbsp tomato paste
8 oz (225g) mixed dried fruit, such as apricots and raisins, chopped if large
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 lb (675g) skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks
2 tbsp chopped cilantro, to garnish
Large flameproof casserole

1
Heat the oil in the casserole over medium heat.
2
Add the onion, garlic, ground spices, and hot red pepper.
3
Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until the onions are softened.
4
Stir in the stock and tomato paste, and bring to a boil, stirring.
5
Add the dried fruits and orange juice.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Reduce the heat, partially cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the fruits have softened and the juices reduced slightly.
8
Add the chicken and re-cover the casserole.
9
Simmer for 20 minutes or until the juices run clear.
10
Adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
11
Sprinkle with cilantro and serve hot.

661

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

102

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1 garlic clove, finely chopped, 1 tsp ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Apricot Tagine falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken and Apricot Tagine

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