Dawn Of The Big Zombie (Mustard Chicken Tagine With

Name: Dawn Of The Big Zombie (Mustard Chicken Tagine With Couscous)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken thighs; leave the bones in and the skin on. Skinless, boneless chicken pieces are for sissies; 1/2 cup strong French mustard; 1 carrot, diced (small); 1 sweet onion, diced; 1/2 cup luques or picholine olives (you might want to alert any guests that olive have pits and chickens have bones); 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup Golden raisins (sultanas); 1/4 cup dry white wine; Up to 1/2 cup chicken stock; 1/4 cup roasted marcona almonds roasted (see notes to cook) and chopped in a food processor; 2 blood oranges, quartered; 1 tsp each cumin, and turmeric; Aleppo pepper or hot pimenton to taste; 2 bay leaves; 1/4 cup fruit of preserved lemons; 8-10 radishes (halved lengthwise); Sea salt and ground pepper; Clarified butter (ghee) or light extra virgin olive oil, say a Spanish variety.; For the couscous: use a quick variety which only requires a short resting time. We like M'hamsa brand.

Servings: persons

2 lbs chicken thighs; leave the bones in and the skin on. Skinless, boneless chicken pieces are for sissies
1/2 cup strong French mustard
1 carrot, diced (small)
1 sweet onion, diced
1/2 cup luques or picholine olives (you might want to alert any guests that olive have pits and chickens have bones)
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 cup Golden raisins (sultanas)
1/4 cup dry white wine
Up to 1/2 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup roasted marcona almonds roasted (see notes to cook) and chopped in a food processor
2 blood oranges, quartered
1 tsp each cumin, and turmeric
Aleppo pepper or hot pimenton to taste
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup fruit of preserved lemons
8-10 radishes (halved lengthwise)
Sea salt and ground pepper
Clarified butter (ghee) or light extra virgin olive oil, say a Spanish variety.
For the couscous: use a quick variety which only requires a short resting time. We like M'hamsa brand.

1
Brush the chicken pieces with the spicy dijon mustard
2
In the bottom of your tagine or other heavy cooking vessel heat up the butter over a medium flame. Brown the chicken pieces without crowding them and remove to a platter while you deglaze the bottom of your tagine with the white wine.
3
Add the carrots, onions and garlic and color, adjusting heat as needed.
4
Return the chicken pieces to the tagine and season with the spices and salt and pepper, turning them a few times. Add the stock, but not enough to cover the chicken and bring it to a simmer.
5
Add in the raisins, olives and oranges followed by the chopped almonds. Cover and cook at a simmer for about 45 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. Be sure to taste the sauce occasionally and adjust seasoning if needed. About halfway through the cooking time remove the lid and distribute the radishes.
6
Meanwhile prepare couscous according to package directions. When the chicken is cooked thoroughly, plate up the couscous and top with chicken and sauce. We think it's nice to have harissa handy as a table condiment.
7
Notes: for the almonds; you can roast them in a sheet pan ahead with some salt so they are ready for your mise.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs chicken thighs; leave the bones in and the skin on. Skinless, boneless chicken pieces are for sissies, 1/2 cup strong French mustard, 1 carrot, diced (small), 1 sweet onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Dawn Of The Big Zombie (Mustard Chicken Tagine With Couscous) 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.

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Dawn Of The Big Zombie (Mustard Chicken Tagine With Couscous)

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