Zesty Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Roasted Veggie Couscous
Prep 20 min · Cook 30 min · Serves 4 · medium

A fragrant Moroccan-inspired chicken tagine with warm spices, tender chickpeas, and a vibrant roasted vegetable couscous side. A family-friendly global feast!
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 14.5oz can diced tomatoes
- 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
- 2
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.


