Saudi Arabian Chicken Tagine with Mexican Twist
A fusion of Saudi Arabian and Mexican flavors, this dish features tender chicken cooked in a warm and spicy tagine sauce. It's a unique and flavorful meal perfect for adventurous eaters.
Ingredients
- ●1 1/2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighsCut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
- ●2 tablespoons Tagine spice mixAvailable at Middle Eastern markets or online
- ●2 Chipotle peppers in adobo sauceMinced
- ●1 medium OnionChopped
- ●3 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●1/4 cup Fresh cilantroChopped
- ●2 tablespoons Lime juiceFreshly squeezed
- ●2 tablespoons Olive oilFor cooking
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in the bottom of a large clay or ceramic tagine or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
- 3
Reduce heat to medium and add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 4
Add garlic, chipotle peppers, and tagine spice mix. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 5
Add browned chicken back to the pot, along with lime juice and cilantro. Stir to combine.
- 6
Cover the pot and transfer to the oven. Braise for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- 7
Season with salt to taste and serve hot.