Filipino Coconut Chicken Tagine
A twist on the traditional Moroccan tagine, this Filipino-inspired dish combines the rich flavors of coconut milk and spices with the bold flavors of chicken and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breastcut into bite-sized pieces
- ●1 can coconut milkfull-fat
- ●2 tablespoons coconut oilfor cooking
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 tablespoon gingergrated
- ●1 teaspoon chili flakesoptional
- ●2 tablespoons fish sauceoptional
- ●chopped fresh cilantrofor garnish
Instructions
- 1
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-6 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
- 5
Add the chili flakes and fish sauce (if using) to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the coconut milk to the skillet and bring the mixture to a simmer.
- 7
Return the chicken to the skillet and cook until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- 8
Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve the chicken and sauce over steamed rice, garnished with chopped cilantro.
- 10
Serve hot and enjoy!