Spicy Tagine Chicken Italian-Style
A fusion of Italian and North African flavors in this spicy chicken dish, made with a smoky tagine and a kick of heat from jalapeno.
Ingredients
- ●1.75 lbs chicken breastboneless and skinless
- ●2 tbsp zesty tagine spice blendavailable in most Italian markets
- ●2 jalapeno pepperssliced
- ●2 tbsp herb buttersoftened
- ●1/4 cup olive oilextra virgin
- ●1 pint cherry tomatoeshalved
- ●1/4 cup fresh basilchopped
- ●1 cup parmesan cheesegrated
- ●1 cup italian breadcrumbsplain
- ●1 tsp saltto taste
- ●1 tsp black pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and zesty tagine spice blend.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- 4
Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, then transfer to a baking dish.
- 5
Top the chicken with sliced jalapeno peppers and herb butter.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- 7
While the chicken is cooking, toss the cherry tomatoes with a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil.
- 8
Roast the tomatoes in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until tender.
- 9
To serve, top the chicken with roasted tomatoes, chopped fresh basil, and grated parmesan cheese.
- 10
Serve with a side of Italian breadcrumbs for a crunchy garnish.