Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets Recipe

Name: Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1 cup chunky salsa; 1/2 cup pomegranate juice, divided; 1/2 cup pitted dates, chopped and divided; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 tablespoon Moroccan seasoning (ras el hanout); 1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1-1/4 cups shredded carrots; 3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds; 7 miniature pita pockets, halved; Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Servings: persons

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup chunky salsa
1/2 cup pomegranate juice, divided
1/2 cup pitted dates, chopped and divided
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Moroccan seasoning (ras el hanout)
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1-1/4 cups shredded carrots
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
7 miniature pita pockets, halved
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

1
Place chicken in a greased 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Combine the salsa, 6 tablespoons pomegranate juice, 1/3 cup dates, honey, Moroccan seasoning and garlic powder; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low, until chicken is tender, 5-6 hours.
2
Meanwhile, combine the carrots, mayonnaise, pomegranate seeds and remaining dates. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.
3
Remove chicken from slow cooker; cool slightly. Skim fat from cooking juices. Shred chicken with two forks. Return chicken and juices to slow cooker. Stir in remaining pomegranate juice; heat through. Serve in pitas with carrot slaw and, if desired, cilantro.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, 1 cup chunky salsa, 1/2 cup pomegranate juice, divided, 1/2 cup pitted dates, chopped and divided, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets 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.

Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets

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