Spicy Chicken Tagine With Apricots, Rosemary, And G

Name: Spicy Chicken Tagine With Apricots, Rosemary, And Ginger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 onion, finely chopped; 3 sprigs rosemary, 1 finely chopped, the other 2 cut in half; 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped; 2 red chilies, seeded and finely chopped; 2 cinnamon sticks; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast; 3/4 cup dried apricot; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 (14 ounce) can plum tomatoes or (14 ounce) can whole tomatoes, with their juice; sea salt; fresh ground black pepper; 4 tablespoons fresh basil, shredded

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, finely chopped
3 sprigs rosemary, 1 finely chopped, the other 2 cut in half
3 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
2 red chilies, seeded and finely chopped
2 cinnamon sticks
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
3/4 cup dried apricot
2 tablespoons honey
1 (14 ounce) can plum tomatoes or (14 ounce) can whole tomatoes, with their juice
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
4 tablespoons fresh basil, shredded

1
Heat oil and butter in a tagine or heavy-based casserole dish.
2
Stir in ginger, onion, chopped rosemary, and chilies and saute until the onion begins to soften.
3
Stir in halved rosemary sprigs and the cinnamon sticks.
4
Add chicken and brown on both sides.
5
Toss in the apricots and honey.
6
Stir in plum tomatoes with their juice.
7
Add a little water if necessary to ensure there is enough to cover the base of the tagine and submerge the apricots.
8
Bring liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
9
Cover with a lid and cook gently for 35 - 40 minutes.
10
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
11
Sprinkle shredded basil over chicken.
12
Serve immediately.

457

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 onion, finely chopped, 3 sprigs rosemary, 1 finely chopped, the other 2 cut in half, and more.

Yes, Spicy Chicken Tagine With Apricots, Rosemary, And Ginger 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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Spicy Chicken Tagine With Apricots, Rosemary, And Ginger

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