Easy Chicken Tagine

Transport your taste buds to North Africa with this Easy Chicken Tagine, a fragrant, one-pot meal brimming with bold spices and comforting sweetness. Tender, golden-browned chicken thighs simmer in a rich sauce of tomatoes, warm cinnamon, cumin, and turmeric, balanced by the natural sweetness of honey and dried apricots. Nutrient-packed chickpeas add heartiness, while fresh cilantro brings a burst of freshness to every bite. With only 15 minutes of prep and a simple stovetop cooking method, this recipe transforms pantry staples into a flavorful, slow-cooked masterpiece in under an hour. Perfectly paired with fluffy couscous, this Chicken Tagine is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups cooked couscous, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper and add them to the pot. Brown on both sides for about 4 minutes per side, then remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, ginger, and paprika. Cook for about 1 minute to toast the spices and release their aroma.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and honey, stirring to combine.

Step 6

Return the chicken thighs to the pot, nestling them into the sauce. Cover with a lid and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped dried apricots and chickpeas. Continue cooking uncovered for another 15 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over cooked couscous.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2520.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3565.0

Total Fat 119.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 757.9mg	0%
Sodium 5872.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 404.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.5g	0%
Total Sugars 164.9g
Protein 226.2g	0%

Vitamin D 42IU	0%
Calcium 637.6mg	0%
Iron 30.2mg	0%
Potassium 5871.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.9%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 45.0%