Moroccan Crock Pot Tajine

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant markets of Marrakech with this Moroccan Crock Pot Tajine, a slow-cooked masterpiece bursting with warm spices and rich textures. Tender chunks of lamb or chicken are simmered alongside carrots, potatoes, sweet dried apricots, and hearty chickpeas, creating a savory-sweet harmony of flavors. Enhanced by a fragrant spice blend featuring cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, and paprika, this one-pot dish delivers authentic Moroccan flair with minimal effort. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners, this tajine comes together effortlessly in your slow cooker, filling your home with irresistible aromas as it cooks to perfection. Serve it over fluffy couscous, rice, or with warm flatbread, and don’t forget the optional garnishes of fresh cilantro and crunchy toasted almonds for an extra touch of elegance.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless lamb shoulder (or chicken thighs)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 large potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1 15-ounce can canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons toasted almonds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the lamb or chicken pieces on all sides until browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the crock pot.

Step 2

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Transfer to the crock pot.

Step 3

Add the carrots, potato, dried apricots, chickpeas, and diced tomatoes to the crock pot.

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the ground cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, paprika, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Sprinkle the spices evenly over the ingredients in the crock pot.

Step 5

Pour the chicken or vegetable broth over the mixture, ensuring that the liquid reaches about half the height of the ingredients.

Step 6

Stir gently to incorporate the spices, but do not overmix.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are fully cooked.

Step 8

Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Serve the Tajine hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and toasted almonds if desired. Pair with couscous, rice, or flatbread for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2990.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4103.6

Total Fat 230.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 680.4mg	0%
Sodium 7020.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 326.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 63.0g	0%
Total Sugars 138.7g
Protein 213.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 761.8mg	0%
Iron 38.0mg	0%
Potassium 8464.3mg	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: 48.9%

Protein: 20.2%

Carbs: 30.9%