Description

A rich and aromatic Moroccan chicken tagine simmered with green olives, preserved lemon, and spices, finished with a topping of crispy golden fries for a delicious contrast in texture and flavor.

Ingredients

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1 whole chicken (cut into 8 pieces) or 4 chicken thighs and drumsticks
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped parsley and cilantro
1/2 preserved lemon, chopped (optional)
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp black pepper
Salt to taste
1/2 cup green olives
1 cup water
2 cups French fries (freshly fried or oven baked)

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Instructions

In a tagine or heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add onions, garlic, and chicken pieces. Brown lightly for 5 minutes.
Stir in parsley, cilantro, preserved lemon, and spices. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
Pour in the water, cover, and reduce heat to low.
Let simmer for 45–60 minutes, until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Add green olives during the last 10 minutes of cooking.
Meanwhile, fry or bake the French fries until golden and crispy.
Top the chicken tagine with fries just before serving.
Serve hot with warm bread or over rice.

Notes

Preserved lemon adds authentic Moroccan flavor, but the dish is still delicious without it.
Use skin-on, bone-in chicken for richer flavor.
Tagine can also be served without fries for a lighter version.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 520
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 23g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 120mg