Crisp Chicken Tagine
A flavorful and spicy North African-inspired chicken dish with a crunchy twist. This recipe combines the rich flavors of a traditional tagine with a crunchy, crispy exterior.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breastcut into 2-inch pieces
- ●1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoescrushed
- ●1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantrofor garnish
- ●2 teaspoons cuminground
- ●1 teaspoon corianderground
- ●1/2 teaspoon paprikasmoked
- ●1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperoptional
- ●1 teaspoon saltoptional
- ●2 tablespoons peanut oilfor frying
- ●1 cup all-purpose flourfor dredging
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Season the chicken with salt, cumin, coriander, and paprika.
- 3
Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess.
- 4
Heat the peanut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 5
Fry the chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 6
Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
- 7
While the chicken is baking, heat the crushed tomatoes in a saucepan over medium heat.
- 8
Add the cumin, coriander, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the tomatoes and stir to combine.
- 9
When the chicken is done, add it to the saucepan and simmer for 5-7 minutes to coat with the sauce.
- 10
Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.