Jamie Oliver Chicken Tagine
Jamie Oliver Chicken Tagine is a Moroccan-inspired dish where chicken is slowly simmered with spices like cumin, cinnamon, and ginger, along with ingredients like apricots, preserved lemons, and olives. The dish is typically cooked in a traditional tagine pot, which helps lock in moisture and intensify the flavors. It’s served with couscous or flatbread to soak up the delicious sauce.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on) – adds rich flavor to the dish.
- 2 tbsp olive oil – for browning the chicken.
- 1 large onion – finely chopped.
- 2 garlic cloves – minced.
- 1 tsp ground cumin – for a warm, earthy flavor.
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon – adds a touch of sweetness.
- 1 tsp ground ginger – for an aromatic kick.
- 1 tsp paprika – adds color and mild heat.
- 1 preserved lemon – sliced, adds tang and zest.
- 100g (3.5 oz) dried apricots – provide sweetness to balance the spices.
- 100g (3.5 oz) green olives – adds a briny contrast.
- 400g (14 oz) canned chopped tomatoes – form the base of the sauce.
- 200ml (7 fl oz) chicken stock – for a rich, savory base.
- Fresh coriander (optional) – for garnish.
- Salt and pepper – to taste for seasoning.
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the chicken
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a tagine or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Brown the chicken on both sides for 5-7 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Sauté the onions and garlic
- In the same pot, add the chopped onions and garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
Step 3: Add the spices
- Stir in the cumin, cinnamon, ginger, and paprika. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the spices to release their flavors.
Step 4: Build the sauce
- Add the canned chopped tomatoes, chicken stock, preserved lemons, apricots, and olives to the pot. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Step 5: Cook the chicken
- Return the browned chicken thighs to the pot, nestling them into the sauce. Cover with a lid and simmer on low heat for 40-45 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked through.
Step 6: Garnish and serve
- Once cooked, garnish the Jamie Oliver Chicken Tagine with fresh coriander. Serve hot with couscous or flatbread to soak up the flavorful sauce.