Sweet, savory, and beautifully spiced — this Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Apricots is a true taste of North Africa. Tender chicken simmered with warm spices, dried apricots, honey, and almonds creates a dish bursting with flavor and aroma. Perfect with fluffy couscous or warm bread for soaking up every drop of that rich sauce! 🇲🇦✨
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
For the Chicken:
- 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs) chicken pieces (thighs & drumsticks work best) 🍗
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon 🌿
- 1 tsp ground ginger 🫚
- 1 tsp turmeric or ½ tsp saffron threads 🌼
- 1 tsp paprika 🌶️
- Salt & black pepper 🧂
For the Tagine Sauce:
- 1 large onion, finely chopped 🧅
- 3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 cinnamon stick 🌿
- 1 cup chicken stock 🍲
- 1 cup dried apricots, halved 🍑
- 2 tbsp honey 🍯
- 2 medium carrots, sliced into batons 🥕
- 1 tbsp preserved lemon, finely chopped (optional but authentic) 🍋
- 2 tbsp slivered almonds (toasted) 🌰
