Japanese-Style Chicken Tagine
A flavorful and aromatic chicken dish inspired by Japanese cuisine, cooked in a traditional Moroccan tagine.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds chicken breastboneless and skinless
- ●2 tablespoons tagine spice blendor a combination of cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and turmeric
- ●2 tablespoons soy sauceor tamari for gluten-free option
- ●2 tablespoons honeyor maple syrup for a different flavor
- ●1/4 cup green onionschopped, for garnish
- ●1/4 cup sesame seedsfor garnish
- ●1 cup sushi riceJapanese short-grain rice
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together the tagine spice blend, soy sauce, and honey.
- 3
Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breast, making sure to coat it evenly.
- 4
Heat a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 5
Sear the chicken breast for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until browned.
- 6
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 7
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sushi rice according to package instructions.
- 8
To assemble the dish, place a scoop of sushi rice on a plate, followed by a slice of the cooked chicken breast.
- 9
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
- 10
Serve immediately and enjoy!