Egyptian Date Tagine Chicken
A Chinese-inspired dish using traditional Egyptian ingredients, featuring the sweet flavors of dates and the tender taste of chicken. This recipe is a unique fusion of flavors.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breast
- ●1 cup pitted dates
- ●2 tablespoons Egyptian tagine spice blend
- ●1 cup kissed ricecooked according to package instructions
- ●2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ●2 tablespoons soy sauce
- ●1 tablespoon honey
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●1-inch piece gingersliced
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken breast and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- 4
In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil.
- 5
Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- 6
Add the tagine spice blend and cook for 1 minute.
- 7
Add the dates and cook for 2 minutes, until caramelized.
- 8
Return the chicken to the pan and pour in the soy sauce and honey.
- 9
Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- 10
Serve the chicken over kissed rice and garnish with additional dates if desired.