Easy Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Servings: 6
Yield: 6 servings

Description

This easy stovetop tagine is an exciting Moroccan chicken stew made with hearty vegetables, chickpeas, and warm spices. Everyone loves this dish!

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into chunks
1/2 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small butternut squash, peeled and chopped
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (14 ounce) can vegetable broth
1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Directions

1 Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent and chicken is browned, about 15 minutes.
2 Add squash, chickpeas, undrained tomatoes, broth, carrot, sugar, lemon juice, salt, coriander, and cayenne pepper to the skillet. Bring mixture to a boil, then lower the heat slightly and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes.