Description
Learn how to prepare authentic Moroccan chicken and olive tagine with simple ingredients and easy steps, along with tips for achieving a restaurant-quality taste.
How to Prepare Moroccan Chicken and Olive Tagine
Chicken and olive tagine is one of the most popular dishes in Moroccan cuisine, known for its delicious flavor and aroma. If you're looking for an easy Moroccan recipe to prepare a delicious meal at home, this article will guide you step-by-step to a 100% successful tagine.
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
Garlic cloves
Olive oil
Vegetable oil
Salt
Black pepper
Ginger
Turmeric
Saffron (optional)
Green olives
Coriander and parsley
Water
Preparation:
In a tagine or pot, add a little olive oil.
Add the onion and garlic and sauté briefly.
Add the chicken pieces and spices (salt, pepper, ginger, turmeric, and saffron). Add a little water and let the chicken cook over medium heat.
After 30 minutes, add the olives, cilantro, and parsley.
Let the tagine simmer until the broth is absorbed and the sauce thickens.
The secret to a successful chicken tagine:
Use tender chicken.
Don't add too much water.
Slow cooking gives a better flavor.
Use good quality olive oil.
Additional tips:
You can add potatoes or carrots.
You can substitute meat for the chicken.
Serve with warm Moroccan bread.