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Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Couscous Pilaf

Prep 20 min · Cook 40 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Couscous Pilaf

A family-friendly Moroccan chicken tagine with a fragrant blend of spices, tender chicken, and a fluffy couscous pilaf on the side.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp ginger, grated
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 15 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.

  2. 2

    Reduce heat to medium, add the onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent. Add the garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, and cinnamon. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

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