Crispy Chicken Tagine
A rich and flavorful North African-inspired dish with crispy chicken and a sweet and spicy sauce.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds chicken breastcut into 8 pieces
- ●2 tablespoons olive oilfor frying
- ●1 large onionchopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1-inch piece gingergrated
- ●1 teaspoon cuminground
- ●1 teaspoon corianderground
- ●1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepperoptional
- ●1 teaspoon saltto taste
- ●1 teaspoon black pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Add the onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add the cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add 1 cup of water to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- 7
Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer, covered, until cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
- 8
Serve the chicken hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (if desired).
- 9
Serve over couscous or rice, if desired.
- 10
Garnish with toasted almonds or pine nuts (if desired).