How to Make Moroccan Chicken Tagine
Step #1: On a pie plate, combine the flour and Moroccan spice mixture. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat. I’ve been back to that restaurant many times since that fateful first venture, yet I’m entirely unable to order anything other than the Apricot Chicken Tagine. This plate of sweet, spiced chicken and tender apricots just hits the spot. I decided that I wanted to try to recreate the tagine chicken breast dish at home (from memory), which wasn’t exactly easy. Since I’m also very lazy, I wanted to make it in the pressure cooker to cut back on some of the cooking time. If you don’t own a pressure cooker, don’t fret! I’ll provide instructions below for using a regular Dutch oven. Step #2: Heat oil in your pressure cooker over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and allow to brown for one minute per side. Remove the chicken from the pressure cooker and set aside. Step #3: Reduce heat to medium and add ginger and onions. Sauté for three minutes, until onions are semi-translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute. Step #4: Add the apricots, whole tomatoes, chicken broth or stock, and browned chicken pieces to the pot. Step #5: Cover, and bring to low pressure over medium-high heat. Once you have reached pressure, cook for eight minutes then remove from heat and release the pressure using the quick release method (open the steam valve). Step #6: Stir in the chickpeas, almonds, and honey and let them warm for a few minutes. Step #7: Check your chicken for doneness and taste the tagine. Adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve over couscous and garnish with cilantro leaves. *If using a Dutch Oven instead, follow steps 1-4 as described, then bring the mixture to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook for 20-25 minutes or until apricots are tender. Continue with step 6. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge if frozen, then warm it in a saucepan over medium heat until heated through. You can also reheat it in a microwave, using a microwave-safe dish. Stir occasionally to ensure even heating.
