Moroccan Chicken and Spinach Tagine | Simple Moroccan Tagine Recipe

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Chicken breast is leaner, while bone-in chicken offers more flavor.

fresh spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Kale is nutrient-dense; frozen spinach is often more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are high in protein, while canned beans are often cheaper.

Heat oil in a tagine or large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and green chillis, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chicken breast, browning on all sides for 6-8 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika, stirring to coat the chicken evenly.

Pour in diced tomatoes, bringing to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat until chicken is tender.

Add spinach, stirring until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.

Season with salt to taste.

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