Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Tagine with Vegetable Couscous

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 15oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1 cup couscous
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove chicken to a plate.

2. 2

   Reduce heat to medium and add the onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.