Tagine of Chicken Sweet Potato
Transport your dinner table to the heart of North Africa with this vibrant and aromatic Tagine of Chicken Sweet Potato. This one-pot dish features tender, golden-browned chicken thighs simmered with hearty chunks of sweet potato in a richly spiced broth infused with saffron, cinnamon, and ginger. Honey adds a delicate sweetness, while optional dried apricots and slivered almonds provide bursts of texture and flavor. Perfect for cozy family dinners or an impressive meal for guests, this tagine is effortlessly served with couscous, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce. Ready in just over an hour, this wholesome, flavor-packed recipe will have you coming back for seconds with its irresistible balance of savory and sweet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 2 large Sweet potatoes
- 1 large Onion
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 pinch Saffron threads
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 cup Dried apricots (optional)
- 0.25 cup Slivered almonds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into large chunks (about 2-inch pieces). Set aside.
Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large tagine or heavy, deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Sear the chicken thighs in the hot oil, 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, add the sliced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
Add minced garlic, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and paprika. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Return the seared chicken thighs to the pan, nestling them among the onions.
Pour the chicken broth into the pan and stir in the saffron threads and honey.
Scatter the sweet potato chunks and dried apricots (if using) around the chicken.
Cover the tagine or skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the sweet potatoes are cooked through.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Before serving, garnish with slivered almonds (if using) and chopped fresh parsley or cilantro.
Serve hot with couscous, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.0 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 926 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 33.8 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 950 mg | 20% | |
*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.
