Chicken Tagine with Apricots, Raisins, and Almonds

Name: Chicken Tagine with Apricots, Raisins, and Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 4-pound chicken, quartered, (see Notes); Salt; Pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium-size onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric or 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh; 2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 5 cups chicken broth; 1 cup dried apricots cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1/2 cup white raisins; 1 teaspoon saffron threads or 1/4 teaspoon powdered saffron; Half of 1 10-ounce box plain couscous; 1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted in a 350F oven for 10 minutes, until they turn pale brown and smell fragrant; Harissa

Servings: persons

1 4-pound chicken, quartered, (see Notes)
Salt
Pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium-size onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground turmeric or 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh
2 tablespoons finely grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
5 cups chicken broth
1 cup dried apricots cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/2 cup white raisins
1 teaspoon saffron threads or 1/4 teaspoon powdered saffron
Half of 1 10-ounce box plain couscous
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted in a 350F oven for 10 minutes, until they turn pale brown and smell fragrant
Harissa

1
SEASON the chicken parts with salt and pepper and brown them for about 8 minutes on the skin side and 5 minutes on the flesh side, over high heat, in olive oil, in a heavy-bottomed pot just large enough to hold them in a single layer.
2
Transfer to a plate and reserve.
3
POUR all but 1 tablespoon of fat out of the pan, and stir in the onion and garlic.
4
Cook over medium heat, stirring every couple of minutes, until the onion turns translucent but doesnt brown, about 10 minutes.
5
Stir in the turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves and stir over medium heat for 1 minute moreuntil you smell the fragrance of the spices.
6
Pour over the broth and scrape against the bottom of the pot to dissolve any caramelized juices.
7
Sprinkle over the apricots, raisins, and saffron, and put the chicken back in the pan.
8
Cover the pot and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
9
Simmer the chicken for 15 minutes after the broth has reached the simmeronce the chicken pieces feel firm to the touch, dont cook them any more.
10
Take the chicken out of the broth with tongs to let cool.
11
Use a ladle to skim off any fat that has floated to the top of the broth.
12
Turn the heat off under the pot.
13
Take the chicken off the bones in strips and put it in the pot with the broth.
14
Prepare the couscous according to the directions on the package.
15
Sprinkle over the almonds and bring the soup back to the simmer.
16
Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve.
17
Serve the couscous at the table or put a mound in each bowl of soup.
18
Pass the harissa at the table.

804

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 4-pound chicken, quartered, (see Notes), Salt, Pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Chicken Tagine with Apricots, Raisins, and Almonds 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!