Chicken Tagine With Apricots And Honey Recipe

Name: Chicken Tagine With Apricots And Honey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked couscous; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 3/4 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, pounded thin and cut into 1 inch strips; 1 (14 ounce) can 99% fat-free chicken broth; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 cups butternut squash, cubed into 1 inch pieces; 1 medium turnip, cubed into 1 inch pieces; 1/2 cup dried apricot, cut into thin slivers (the original calls for Turkish but I have also used California apricots with good results); 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored and cut into 3/4 inch cubes; 3 tablespoons dried currants; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chickpeas; 2 tablespoons honey

Servings: persons

1 cup uncooked couscous
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground coriander
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, pounded thin and cut into 1 inch strips
1 (14 ounce) can 99% fat-free chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups butternut squash, cubed into 1 inch pieces
1 medium turnip, cubed into 1 inch pieces
1/2 cup dried apricot, cut into thin slivers (the original calls for Turkish but I have also used California apricots with good results)
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored and cut into 3/4 inch cubes
3 tablespoons dried currants
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chickpeas
2 tablespoons honey

1
Prepare couscous as directed on package. (Some couscous calls for a 1:1 ratio of couscous and water, others 2 parts water to 1 part water.).
2
Combine flour, paprika, corriander, salt, cinnamon and cumin. Dredge the chicken strips in the flour mixture, shaking off and saving the excess coating.
3
Mix the remaining flour into the broth, removing any lumps.
4
In a non-stick large pan or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until lightly browed, about 5 minutes, Transfer cooked chicken to a plate.
5
Add the broth to the pan along with the squash, turnips and apricots. Bring to a low boil, lower heat a touch and simmer about 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6
Return the chicken to the pan with the vinegar, apple, currants, chickpeas and honey. Simmer until the chicken os cooked through and the apples are tender, about 5 minutes.
7
To serve, place the couscous onto a large plattter or individual serving bowls. Create a small hollow in the center. Pour the chicken in the center and serve.

1599

kcal

Calories

149

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup uncooked couscous, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1 teaspoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Chicken Tagine With Apricots And Honey 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 Tagine With Apricots And Honey

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