Chicken Tagine with Olives and Candied Lemons Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1.5 kg chicken thighs
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup pitted green olives
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 Candied Lemons (recipe follows)

Instructions:

1. Season chicken with salt and black pepper.
2. In a large tagine or heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
4. In the same pot, add onion and garlic; cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
5. Add cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, paprika, and turmeric; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer; scrape any browned bits from bottom of the pot.
7. Return chicken to the pot and bring to a simmer again.
8. Cover the pot and let it simmer over low heat for 40-45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
9. Stir in the olives and fresh parsley.
10. Top with Candied Lemons (recipe follows) and serve.

Candied Lemons Ingredients:

• 2 lemons
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup water

Candied Lemons Instructions:

1. Thinly slice lemons and remove any seeds.
2. In a medium pot, combine sugar and water; bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to medium low and add lemon slices.
4. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lemons are soft and translucent.
5. Remove lemon slices with a slotted spoon and let them cool on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Verdict:

This Chicken Tagine with Olives and Candied Lemons recipe is a winner in my books! The warm spices of the chicken tagine combined with the sweet and tangy candied lemons make for an unforgettable dish. This recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner party or a family meal. Serve it over couscous or with a side of roasted vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.