Save Pin 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.
I first served this dish to my family on a chilly evening and it immediately became a favorite thanks to its comforting spices and tender chicken.
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 cloves: 3, minced
- Can diced tomatoes: 1 (14 oz / 400 g), 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
- Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley: 1/4 cup
- Toasted slivered almonds: Optional, for serving
Instructions
- Sear 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.
- Combine Ingredients:
- 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:
- 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 Pin This recipe brings my family together every time we need a warm comforting meal that is both easy and full of flavor.
Required Tools
Slow cooker (4-6 quart) chefs 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
Save Pin This tagine is perfect for meal prepping and will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Questions & Answers
- → What spices are used in this tagine?
The dish features ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, paprika, allspice, black pepper, and a pinch of cayenne for mild heat.
- → Can the chicken be seared before slow cooking?
Yes, searing the chicken briefly enhances flavor and adds depth, but this step is optional.
- → What can be used as a vegetarian substitute?
Canned chickpeas or cubed firm tofu work well as plant-based alternatives.
- → How long does the slow cooking take?
Cooking on low heat takes about 5 hours to ensure tenderness and flavor development.
- → What garnishes complement this dish?
Fresh cilantro or parsley and toasted slivered almonds provide fresh and crunchy finishing touches.