Emel AyaydınPremier Commis
07 May 2026 Last updated: 11 September 2026

This classic Moroccan tagine, cooked in a clay pot, slowly simmers chicken with green olives and preserved lemon in a spiced sauce. Its savory, tangy flavor pairs well with couscous or bread.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Brown the chicken

12 min

Soften the onion and garlic in olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and brown for 8 minutes on all sides.

2

Add the spices

3 min

Stir in the turmeric, ground ginger, cumin, and salt. Add the water.

3

Braise the chicken

35 min

Cover the pot and cook over low heat for 35 minutes, until the chicken is tender.

4

Add the olives and preserved lemon

10 min

Add the olives and sliced preserved lemon. Cook uncovered over medium-low heat for 10 more minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly. Taste before adding salt because preserved lemon is salty.

5

Serve

Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve hot with couscous or bread.

Reminder

Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; let it rest for 1 day to deepen the flavor. Freeze for up to 2 months and reheat gently over low heat.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
420 kcalCalories
27 gProtein
8 gCarbohydrate
30 gFat
3 gFiber
2 gSugar
720 mgSodium
7 gSaturated Fat
Protein 26% Carbohydrate 8% Fat 66%
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