Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Citrus Couscous

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 0.25 tsp saffron threads
• 1 14oz can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 0.5 cup green olives, pitted and sliced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 cup couscous
• 1 orange, zested and juiced
• 0.25 cup mint leaves, chopped
• 0.25 cup parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear on both sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

2. 2

   In the same pan, add the onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, and saffron. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.