Moroccan Lemon Chicken Tagine Recipe

Name: Moroccan Lemon Chicken Tagine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp ground cumin; 2 tsp mild paprika; 1 tsp ground turmeric; 2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces, skin on; 4 tsp vegetable or olive oil; 2 None red onions, thinly sliced; 2 cloves garlic, crushed; 1 None cinnamon stick; 1 small lemon, peel grated and lemon juiced; 2/3 cup pitted green olives; 3/4 cup dried apricots; 1 cup plus 2 tbsp couscous; 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, plus additional leaves for garnish; None None Greek yogurt, to serve

Servings: persons

2 tbsp ground cumin
2 tsp mild paprika
1 tsp ground turmeric
2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces, skin on
4 tsp vegetable or olive oil
2 None red onions, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 None cinnamon stick
1 small lemon, peel grated and lemon juiced
2/3 cup pitted green olives
3/4 cup dried apricots
1 cup plus 2 tbsp couscous
2 tbsp chopped fresh mint, plus additional leaves for garnish
None None Greek yogurt, to serve

1
Mix cumin, paprika and turmeric in a small bowl. Sprinkle chicken with 1 tbsp of the spice mixture. Season with salt and black pepper. Heat 2 tsp of the oil in a Dutch oven on medium-high heat. Cook chicken in batches, turning, for 3 mins, or until browned. Transfer to a bowl. Discard oil.
2
Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tsp oil to pan; cook onions for 5 mins, or until soft. Add garlic, cinnamon and remaining spice mixture: cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add lemon juice and 1/2 the peel, olives and 1 1/2 cups water to pan; stir to combine. Add chicken; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer, covered, for 30 mins. Add apricots; simmer, covered, for 5 mins.
3
Place couscous in a bowl. Stir in 1 1/2 cups boiling water. Cover with plastic wrap. Let stand for 5 mins, or until liquid is absorbed. Using a fork, fluff and separate grains. Stir in mint and remaining lemon peel.
4
Sprinkle chicken with additional mint leaves. Serve with couscous and yogurt.

639

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp ground cumin, 2 tsp mild paprika, 1 tsp ground turmeric, 2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces, skin on, and more.

Yes, Moroccan Lemon Chicken 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.

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Moroccan Lemon Chicken Tagine

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