Moroccan Chicken Tagine With Caramelized Pears

Name: Moroccan Chicken Tagine With Caramelized Pears
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 onions, peeled and sliced; 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces; 1 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon salt; 3 cinnamon sticks; 2 bay leaves, crushed; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger root, peeled and minced; 1/2 cup water; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 pears, cored and sliced; 2 tablespoons honey

Servings: persons

7 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 onions, peeled and sliced
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
3 cinnamon sticks
2 bay leaves, crushed
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh ginger root, peeled and minced
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
2 pears, cored and sliced
2 tablespoons honey

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Heat 2 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook onions until softened and browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer onions into a tagine. Layer chicken pieces on top of onions.
3
Combine turmeric, cumin, ground coriander, and salt in a small bowl; mix well with remaining 5 tablespoons olive oil. Spread spice mixture onto the chicken pieces. Add cinnamon pieces, bay leaves, ginger, and cilantro. Pour in 1/2 cup of water and cover tagine with a lid.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
5
Melt butter in a skillet over low heat while chicken is cooking. Add sliced pears and honey and cook, while stirring, until honey has caramelized.
6
Remove tagine from the oven and stir in caramelized pears. Return to the oven and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 2 onions, peeled and sliced, 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces, 1 teaspoon ground turmeric, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Chicken Tagine With Caramelized Pears 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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Moroccan Chicken Tagine With Caramelized Pears

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