Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Tagine with Garlic Couscous

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp Moroccan spice blend, containing cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika
• 1 15oz can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 15oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1 cup couscous
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot or dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken, onion, and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned.

2. 2

   Stir in the Moroccan spice blend and cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.