Ginger Chicken With Chickpeas (Moroccan Tagine)

Name: Ginger Chicken With Chickpeas (Moroccan Tagine)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 - 1 lb dried garbanzo beans; 2 -3 lbs skinless chicken; Marinade; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 3/4 teaspoon ginger; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 medium garlic cloves, crushed; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Sauce; 2 medium garlic cloves; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ginger; 1/2 onion, chopped; 1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped; 1 cinnamon stick; 3 -4 tablespoons sweet butter; 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Servings: persons

1/2 - 1 lb dried garbanzo beans
2 -3 lbs skinless chicken
Marinade
1 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 medium garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Sauce
2 medium garlic cloves
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 onion, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
1 cinnamon stick
3 -4 tablespoons sweet butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch

1
Cover dried chick-peas with water & soak overnight. You can do this in advance & then freeze the chick-peas. When ready to use take out of the freezer & thaw.
2
Blend salt, ginger, pepper, garlic, oil, & lemon juice in a bowl. Take a skewer (preferably) or sharp knife & poke several holes into the chicken. Then dip the chicken into the mixture so that all sides are covered. Place chicken into a glass & cover with the remaining mixture. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours.
3
Drain the soaked chick-peas or thaw the ones already prepared. Place chick-peas, 1/2 tsp salt, & fresh water into a sauce pan or pressure cooker & cover with lid. If using a pan, cook chick-peas for 45 minutes. If using a pressure cooker, cook for 15 minutes (after it starts to hiss).
4
Drain chick-peas & submerge in a bowl of cold water. Gently rub the chick-peas to remove their skins. Immediately remove skinned peas from the water & place into another bowl.
5
Place 3 cups of water, chicken & any juices in the bowl into the large pot or pressure cooker. Add salt, turmeric, ginger, parsley, 2 cloves garlic, cinnamon stick, & butter. If using a pot bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, & simmer for 1 hour, turning the chicken frequently in the sauce. If using a pressure cooker, cover & cook for 8 minutes (after it starts to hiss).
6
Remove chicken, place back in the glass bowl & cover to stay warm. Add onions & cooked chick-peas to the pot. Bring to a rolling boil & cook until the onions are very tender & the sauce has reduced to about 2 cups. Mix cornstarch & a little water to make a thin paste, add to sauce to thicken. After the sauce has thicken some return chicken back into the pot to reheat.
7
To serve, place chicken into a deep dish & cover with sauce.

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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.

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: 1/2 - 1 lb dried garbanzo beans, 2 -3 lbs skinless chicken, Marinade, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Ginger Chicken With Chickpeas (Moroccan 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!