Tagine Zaytoun for the Tagine!

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 2
Savory Tagine Zaytoun recipe with chicken, olives, and vegetables
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 skinless chicken thighs or 4 chicken breasts , cut into large cubes
1 tablespoon good quality olive oil
1 large onion , peeled and sliced
3 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 pint water
1 chicken stock cube , Maggi
1 pinch cinnamon
salt & fresh ground pepper
2 cups pitted green olives
1 cup carrot , peeled and roughly chopped
1 cup mushroom , roughly chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
413
Sugar
6g
Fat
22g
Tagine Zaytoun is a traditional Moroccan dish that is often made in a tagine, a clay pot with a conical lid. This dish is made with chicken, olives, and vegetables, all cooked together with fragrant spices. The result is a savory meal that is both hearty and healthy. This recipe calls for pitted green olives, which add a tangy flavor to the dish. The dish is traditionally served with couscous or bread, but can also be enjoyed on its own. Whether you're looking for a new way to incorporate healthy vegetables into your diet or simply want to try a new dish, Tagine Zaytoun is a delicious and satisfying meal.

Instructions

1.Heat the olive oil in a tagine or large pot over medium-high heat.
2.Add the chicken and brown on all sides for about 5 minutes.
3.Remove the chicken from the tagine and set aside.
4.Add the onions and garlic to the tagine and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
5.Add the water and chicken stock cube to the tagine and stir until the cube is dissolved.
6.Add the cinnamon, salt, and pepper to the tagine.
7.Add the chicken, olives, carrots, and mushrooms to the tagine, making sure everything is submerged in the liquid.
8.Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

PROS

This savory dish is packed with protein and vegetables, making it a healthy and filling meal.

The olives add a burst of tangy flavor to the dish.

CONS

This dish takes about an hour to cook, so it’s not a quick weeknight dinner option.

If you don’t have a tagine, you’ll need to use a large pot instead.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is loaded with protein from the chicken and vegetables.
The olives in this dish also provide healthy fats and are a good source of vitamin E, iron, and fiber. The garlic in this dish is known to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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