Eggplant Chicken Tagine Recipe

Tagine is a slow-cooked Moroccan stew typically made with meat, vegetables, fruits, and spices. In this recipe, we combine chicken and eggplant to create a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 large eggplant, cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Instructions:

1. In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
2. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the eggplant and sauté for another 2-3 minutes, or until slightly softened.
4. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, ginger, coriander, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir to combine.
5. Add the canned diced tomatoes, including the liquid, to the pot and bring the mixture to a simmer.
6. Add the browned chicken back into the pot and spoon some of the tomato mixture over the chicken.
7. Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer the tagine for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the eggplant is tender.
8. Stir in the chopped parsley and cilantro.
9. Serve the tagine hot, garnished with sliced almonds.

Verdict

This Eggplant Chicken Tagine is a delicious and healthy meal that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the eggplant absorbs all the delicious spices and tomato flavors. This dish is easy to make and is sure to please your guests!

Serving Suggestions

This tagine is traditionally served with either couscous or bread. If you’re looking to keep it low-carb, try cauliflower rice or a side salad instead. You can also add other vegetables such as zucchini, bell peppers, or carrots to make this dish even more hearty and flavorful.