Tajine Msir Zeetoon - Moroccan Chicken With Lemons

Name: Tajine Msir Zeetoon - Moroccan Chicken With Lemons
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: The Chicken; 1 chicken, cut into serving pieces (thighs or drumsticks) or 8 chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks); Marinate; 1 tablespoon cumin; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon ginger; 1/2 - 1 teaspoon turmeric; 5 garlic cloves, chopped; fresh coriander, Several handfuls, chopped; 2 lemons, juice of; black pepper, ground (to taste); cayenne pepper, ground (to taste); 3 -5 tablespoons flour; Sauce; 4 tomatoes, chopped (either ripe or canned); 10 -15 green olives (See note below) or 10 -15 black olives, drained (See note below); 1 lemon, cut into 6 wedges; 50 ml extra virgin olive oil; 250 ml chicken stock; Extras; 1 lemon, juice of, to taste

Servings: persons

The Chicken
1 chicken, cut into serving pieces (thighs or drumsticks) or 8 chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks)
Marinate
1 tablespoon cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 - 1 teaspoon ginger
1/2 - 1 teaspoon turmeric
5 garlic cloves, chopped
fresh coriander, Several handfuls, chopped
2 lemons, juice of
black pepper, ground (to taste)
cayenne pepper, ground (to taste)
3 -5 tablespoons flour
Sauce
4 tomatoes, chopped (either ripe or canned)
10 -15 green olives (See note below) or 10 -15 black olives, drained (See note below)
1 lemon, cut into 6 wedges
50 ml extra virgin olive oil
250 ml chicken stock
Extras
1 lemon, juice of, to taste

1
Combine the chicken with cumin, paprika, ginger, turmeric, garlic, coriander, lemon juice and peppers, and place in a baking dish in a single layer.
2
Leave to marinate for 30 mins, then add the flour, and toss together to cost well.
3
Heat the oven to 160oC/325oF/ Gas Mark 3. Add the chopped tomatoes, olives, lemon wedges, olive oil and stock to the dish.
4
Bake uncovered for about an hour or until the chick is tender and a delicious sauce has formed.
5
Note on olives: You need to have 10-15 each of three types in total you can choose green olives of your choice, black olives, cracked olives, oil-cured olives, purplish-red olives, Kalamata, pimiento-stuffed green olives, etc.

831

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: The Chicken, 1 chicken, cut into serving pieces (thighs or drumsticks) or 8 chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks), Marinate, 1 tablespoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Tajine Msir Zeetoon - Moroccan Chicken With Lemons 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!