Tunisian-Style Chicken Tagine Chicken
An Italian-inspired twist on the classic North African dish, featuring spicy and vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
- β1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken thighs chicken
- β2 tablespoons tagine
- β2 tablespoons olive oil
- β1 medium onion
- β3 cloves garlic
- β1 can (14.5 oz) canned tomatoes
- β1 cup chicken broth
- β2 tablespoons honey
- β2 tablespoons lemon juice
- β1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- 3
Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- 5
Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion to the pot.
- 6
Cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
- 7
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 8
Stir in the tagine, paprika, and honey.
- 9
Add the tomatoes, broth, and browned chicken back to the pot.
- 10
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the pot and transfer it to the oven.
- 11
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- 12
Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 13
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.