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Moroccan Nectarine and Plum Chicken Tagine

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Experience an explosion of flavors with this Moroccan-style chicken tagine featuring nectarines and plums, perfect for cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 4 chicken thighs (bone in, skin on)
  • 2 onions (sliced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
  • 4 nectarines (stoned and sliced)
  • 4 plums (stoned and chopped)
  • 1/2 cup water (or chicken stock)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 pinch saffron (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 preserved lemon (pith removed, peeled and sliced)
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon harissa
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Prep your chicken: Heat oil in a large tagine or pot over medium heat. Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  2. Sauté the aromatics: Remove chicken, add onions with a pinch of salt, and cook for 5 minutes until translucent. Add garlic, ginger, and spices, and cook for another minute.
  3. Fruit time: Add nectarines and plums to the pot, cooking for a few minutes to release juices. Stir in preserved lemon, olives, and harissa.
  4. Return the chicken: Place chicken back into the pot, pour in water, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. Finish with honey and herbs: After 30 minutes, check chicken. Drizzle honey, stir in parsley and cilantro, adjust seasoning as needed.

Notes

Serve over couscous or with warm crusty bread for the best experience.

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Keywords: Moroccan chicken, tagine recipe, fruity chicken dish

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