Egyptian Chicken Tagine
A hearty and flavorful North African stew originating from Egypt, made with chicken, mildly spiced and served over egyptian rice.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds Chicken thighsBone-in and skin-on
- ●2 cups Mildly spiced egyptian ricePre-cooked
- ●2 teaspoons Tagine spice blendMix of cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and turmeric
- ●2 tablespoons Olive oilFor sautéing
- ●1 medium OnionChopped
- ●3 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●1 cup Dried apricotsChopped
- ●1 cup Chicken brothLow-sodium
- ●1 teaspoon SaltTo taste
- ●1/2 teaspoon Black pepperTo taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oil in the bottom of a large clay or ceramic tagine or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Add the spice blend, apricots, broth, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the tagine and transfer it to the oven.
- 7
Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- 8
Serve the chicken and sauce over the pre-cooked rice.