Best Ginger Chicken With Chickpeas Moroccan Tagine Recipes

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GINGER CHICKEN WITH CHICKPEAS (MOROCCAN TAGINE)



Ginger Chicken With Chickpeas (Moroccan Tagine) image

I found this recipe in Paula Wolfert's cookbook. After playing around with it a little, I came up with this version. Even if you don't love chickpeas this recipe is worth trying. Add an extra hour to the cook time if you are not using a pressure cooker.

Provided by FDADELKARIM

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2-1 lb dried garbanzo beans
2 -3 lbs skinless chicken
1 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 medium garlic cloves, crushed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 medium garlic cloves
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 onion, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
1 cinnamon stick
3 -4 tablespoons sweet butter
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Cover dried chick-peas with water & soak overnight. You can do this in advance & then freeze the chick-peas. When ready to use take out of the freezer & thaw.
  • Blend salt, ginger, pepper, garlic, oil, & lemon juice in a bowl. Take a skewer (preferably) or sharp knife & poke several holes into the chicken. Then dip the chicken into the mixture so that all sides are covered. Place chicken into a glass & cover with the remaining mixture. Let it marinate for at least 2 hours.
  • Drain the soaked chick-peas or thaw the ones already prepared. Place chick-peas, 1/2 tsp salt, & fresh water into a sauce pan or pressure cooker & cover with lid. If using a pan, cook chick-peas for 45 minutes. If using a pressure cooker, cook for 15 minutes (after it starts to hiss).
  • Drain chick-peas & submerge in a bowl of cold water. Gently rub the chick-peas to remove their skins. Immediately remove skinned peas from the water & place into another bowl.
  • Place 3 cups of water, chicken & any juices in the bowl into the large pot or pressure cooker. Add salt, turmeric, ginger, parsley, 2 cloves garlic, cinnamon stick, & butter. If using a pot bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, & simmer for 1 hour, turning the chicken frequently in the sauce. If using a pressure cooker, cover & cook for 8 minutes (after it starts to hiss).
  • Remove chicken, place back in the glass bowl & cover to stay warm. Add onions & cooked chick-peas to the pot. Bring to a rolling boil & cook until the onions are very tender & the sauce has reduced to about 2 cups. Mix cornstarch & a little water to make a thin paste, add to sauce to thicken. After the sauce has thicken some return chicken back into the pot to reheat.
  • To serve, place chicken into a deep dish & cover with sauce.

MOROCCAN CHICKEN & CHICKPEA TAGINE



Moroccan Chicken & Chickpea Tagine image

Make and share this Moroccan Chicken & Chickpea Tagine recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FDADELKARIM

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h25m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into quarters
1/3 preserved lemon, rinsed & sliced
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained & rinsed
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
2 -3 teaspoons ras el hanout spice mix
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a tagine over medium-low heat. Add in the onion, parsley, cilantro, & chicken then sprinkle with 1 tsp of ras el hanout.
  • Cook until the chicken has begun to turn golden on both sides. Add in the lemon, chickpeas, broth, & remaining spices.
  • Cover & continue to cook on low for 1 hour. The tagine is done once the chicken is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.3, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 50.4, Sodium 891, Carbohydrate 34.5, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 1.2, Protein 26.5

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