Chicken tagine recipe with olives and preserved lemon

Chicken tagine with olives and preserved lemon is one of Morocco's signature dishes. It perfectly combines the tangy flavor of preserved lemon with the sweetness of onions and mild spices. This tagine is both simple to prepare and rich in flavor, perfect for a family meal or a traditional dinner.

Ingredients – Chicken tagine with olives and preserved lemon

• 1 chicken, cut up (or 4 thighs)
• 2 preserved lemons
• 150 g pitted green olives
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp pepper
• A bunch of fresh coriander
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• Salt to taste
• 200 ml of water

Preparation of chicken tagine with olives and preserved lemon

1. In a tagine dish or pot, heat the olive oil.
2. Add the chicken pieces, onions, garlic, ginger, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 10 minutes.
3. Add the olives and the preserved lemons cut into quarters. Pour in the water.
4. Cover and simmer over low heat for 1 to 1 hour 15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has reduced.
5. At the end of cooking, add the chopped coriander.

Tips and variations

• For a more intense flavor, marinate the chicken the day before in the spices.
• You can add some potatoes or carrots for a more complete version of the chicken tagine with olives and preserved lemon .
• Use purple olives for a milder taste.

Preparation time

• Preparation: 15 min
• Cooking time: 1 hour

This chicken tagine with olives and preserved lemon is a true invitation to travel. Try it, you'll see: it will quickly become a staple in your kitchen.

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