Moroccan Chicken Tagine - Spicy Moroccan Style Chicken Curry - Ras el Hanout

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a vegetarian option, while pork can be a less expensive protein.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts offer healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

apricots

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried figs maintain sweetness, while raisins are often more affordable.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon is a cost-effective alternative.

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

Add sliced onions and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, and spices (cinnamon, cumin, paprika, turmeric) and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-8 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth, ensuring chicken is submerged, and bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes until chicken is tender.

Add chopped carrots, chickpeas, and dried apricots, stirring to combine.

Cover and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Stir in lemon juice and chopped cilantro just before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with toasted almonds.

Cooking Techniques

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