Lemon Chicken And Green Olive Tagine Recipe

Name: Lemon Chicken And Green Olive Tagine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 8 pieces chicken; 2 None onions, sliced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp turmeric; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 1/2 lb potatoes, peeled, cut into wedges; 4 oz green olives; 2 oz preserved lemon, cut into strips; 1 None lemon, juiced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

1
Heat oil in a large, heavy-based saucepan or tagine over high heat. Saute chicken in batches for 2 mins per side, until golden. Set aside. Reduce heat to medium and saute onion and garlic for 3 mins, until onion is soft. Add turmeric and cumin and cook for 1 min, until fragrant.
2
Return chicken to pan and cover with 2 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil then simmer for 25 mins, covered, until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken and keep warm. Add potatoes and cook for 12-15 mins, until potato is tender.
3
Meanwhile, place olives in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil then drain. Repeat process.
4
Return chicken to pan along with olives, preserved lemon, lemon juice and parsley. Serve immediately.

543

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tbsp olive oil, 8 pieces chicken, 2 None onions, sliced, 2 cloves garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Lemon Chicken And Green Olive 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!

Lemon Chicken And Green Olive Tagine

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Variations & substitutions

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