Tagine of Chicken Sweet Potato

Transport your dinner table to the heart of North Africa with this vibrant and aromatic Tagine of Chicken Sweet Potato. This one-pot dish features tender, golden-browned chicken thighs simmered with hearty chunks of sweet potato in a richly spiced broth infused with saffron, cinnamon, and ginger. Honey adds a delicate sweetness, while optional dried apricots and slivered almonds provide bursts of texture and flavor. Perfect for cozy family dinners or an impressive meal for guests, this tagine is effortlessly served with couscous, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce. Ready in just over an hour, this wholesome, flavor-packed recipe will have you coming back for seconds with its irresistible balance of savory and sweet.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 large Sweet potatoes
• 1 large Onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 pinch Saffron threads
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 cup Dried apricots (optional)
• 0.25 cup Slivered almonds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into large chunks (about 2-inch pieces). Set aside.

Step 2

Thinly slice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large tagine or heavy, deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 5

Sear the chicken thighs in the hot oil, 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove and set aside.

Step 6

In the same pan, add the sliced onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.

Step 7

Add minced garlic, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric, and paprika. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 8

Return the seared chicken thighs to the pan, nestling them among the onions.

Step 9

Pour the chicken broth into the pan and stir in the saffron threads and honey.

Step 10

Scatter the sweet potato chunks and dried apricots (if using) around the chicken.

Step 11

Cover the tagine or skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let simmer for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the sweet potatoes are cooked through.

Step 12

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 13

Before serving, garnish with slivered almonds (if using) and chopped fresh parsley or cilantro.

Step 14

Serve hot with couscous, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2240.3 grams (2240.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3410

Total Fat 197.30g	253%
Saturated Fat 47.40g	237%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 729mg	243%
Sodium 4437mg	193%
Total Carbohydrate 248.30g	90%
Dietary Fiber 32.40g	116%
Total Sugars 148.30g
Protein 189.90g	380%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 516mg	40%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 4669mg	99%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 28.1%