Heart-Healthy Chicken Tagine
Savor the comforting flavors of North Africa with this Heart-Healthy Chicken Tagine, a nutritious twist on a timeless classic. Tender, boneless chicken thighs are delicately simmered with a fragrant blend of cinnamon, cumin, coriander, and turmeric, creating a rich, spiced sauce that's both wholesome and satisfying. Sweet dried apricots, earthy chickpeas, and vibrant carrots add layers of texture and natural sweetness, while fresh cilantro and a hint of lemon zest brighten each bite. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot wonder is packed with lean protein, fiber, and heart-smart ingredients like olive oil and low-sodium chicken broth. Perfectly paired with whole-grain couscous or brown rice, this easy-to-make tagine is a deliciously healthy way to elevate your weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 2 carrot, peeled and sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 15-ounce can canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 cup dried apricots, chopped
- 1 zest and juice of lemon
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a tagine or heavy pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Mix cinnamon, cumin, coriander, ginger, and turmeric in a small bowl. Add this spice blend to the pot and stir for 1 minute to release the flavors.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the chicken thighs in the pot and cook until they are lightly browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
Stir in the sliced carrots, chicken broth, chickpeas, dried apricots, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover the tagine or pot with a tight-fitting lid, and allow the chicken to cook until tender, about 30 minutes.
Once the chicken is cooked through and tender, stir in fresh cilantro.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Serve hot alongside whole-grain couscous or brown rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.0 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.4 g | 117% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 750 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 3231 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.1 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.6 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.0 g | ||
| Protein | 194.7 g | 389% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 439 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 21.5 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 3963 mg | 84% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
