Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Chicken thighs (skin on or off, as preferred)
- 1 cup Fresh olives (pitted, mix of green and black recommended)
- 1 large Onion (chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper (for seasoning)
- for garnish Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Gather all ingredients, chop onions, mince garlic, and grate ginger. Trim and pat dry the chicken thighs.
- Heat the olive oil: In a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the onions: Add chopped onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent and lightly golden.
- Add the garlic and ginger: Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Brown the chicken: Increase heat slightly, add chicken thighs, and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Incorporate the spices: Sprinkle in ground cumin, coriander, and cinnamon, stirring to coat chicken and onions evenly.
- Deglaze with chicken broth: Pour in chicken broth, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pot.
- Add the olives: Gently fold in fresh olives, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Simmer the tagine: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 45 minutes to an hour.
- Check for doneness: After 45 minutes, check chicken for tenderness; it should easily pull away from the bone.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve.
Notes
Serve this dish over couscous or rice to balance the flavors. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: North African
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg