Save A comforting, aromatic tagine featuring tender chicken, sweet potatoes, and a gentle blend of warm spices, all simmered together in a slow cooker for an easy, flavorful weeknight meal.
This slow-cooker tagine quickly became a family favorite for those busy weeknights when I want something hearty but hands-off.
Ingredients
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs: 1.5 lbs (700 g), cut into large chunks
- Sweet potatoes: 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- Large onion: 1, finely chopped
- Carrots: 2 peeled and sliced
- Garlic: 3 cloves minced
- Diced tomatoes: 1 (14 oz / 400 g) can, drained
- Dried apricots: 1/2 cup, halved
- Ground cumin: 1 1/2 tsp
- Ground coriander: 1 tsp
- Ground cinnamon: 1 tsp
- Ground turmeric: 1/2 tsp
- Ground ginger: 1/2 tsp
- Sweet paprika: 1/2 tsp
- Ground allspice: 1/4 tsp
- Ground black pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp, adjust to taste
- Cayenne pepper: Pinch, optional for mild heat
- Low-sodium chicken broth: 1 1/2 cups (360 ml)
- Honey: 1 tbsp
- Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
- Fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley: 1/4 cup chopped
- Toasted slivered almonds: Optional, for serving
Instructions
- Sear the chicken:
- In a large skillet over medium heat add a drizzle of olive oil Sear the chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned Optional for deeper flavor
- Add ingredients to slow cooker:
- Add the chicken sweet potatoes onion carrots garlic diced tomatoes and apricots to the slow cooker
- Mix spices:
- In a small bowl combine cumin coriander cinnamon turmeric ginger paprika allspice black pepper salt and cayenne Sprinkle the spice mix over the ingredients in the slow cooker
- Add liquids:
- Pour in the chicken broth then drizzle the honey and lemon juice over the top
- Cook low and slow:
- Gently stir to combine cover and cook on LOW for 5 hours or until the chicken is very tender and sweet potatoes are cooked through
- Adjust seasoning:
- Taste and adjust salt or spices as needed
- Serve:
- Sprinkle with fresh cilantro or parsley and toasted almonds if desired Serve hot over couscous rice or quinoa
Save The joy of sharing this warm dish with my family always brightens chilly evenings and sparks great conversation.
Required Tools
Slow cooker (4-6 quart) chef's knife cutting board skillet (optional for searing) measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains tree nuts if using almonds Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free Double-check chicken broth and spice blends for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 410 Total Fat 8 g Carbohydrates 51 g Protein 32 g per serving
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This tagine is the perfect blend of ease and exotic flavor for effortless weeknight dinners.
Common Recipe Questions
- → Can I make this dish vegetarian?
Yes, substitute the chicken with canned chickpeas added at the start or cubed firm tofu added in the last hour of cooking for a plant-based alternative.
- → What sides pair well with this dish?
This tagine is delicious served over couscous, rice, or quinoa to soak up the flavorful sauce.
- → Can I add more heat to the dish?
Yes, include extra cayenne pepper or add chopped fresh chili to increase the spice level according to your preference.
- → Is searing the chicken necessary?
Searing is optional but recommended for deeper flavor and a richer color on the chicken pieces before slow cooking.
- → How can I store leftovers?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently before serving.