Follow these steps for perfect results
chicken breasts
skinless
lemon juice
honey
garlic cloves
crushed
La Kama spice blend
preserved lemons
slivered almonds
toasted
saffron
soaked in water
onion
coriander leaves
chopped
olive oil
Prepare the spice paste by combining lemon juice, honey, crushed garlic cloves, La Kama spice blend, saffron soaked in water, and olive oil.
Marinate the chicken breasts in the spice paste overnight in the refrigerator.
Toast slivered almonds over low heat until golden brown and set aside.
In a heavy-based pot, sauté chopped onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
Sear or pan-fry the marinated chicken breasts until browned on the outside, reserving the leftover marinade.
Place the seared chicken in the pot with the softened onions and pour in the remaining marinade.
Add water to the pot until the chicken is mostly covered.
Simmer over low heat for 30 minutes, skimming any foam from the surface occasionally.
Add the preserved lemons (chopped or quartered) and the toasted almonds to the tagine.
Continue to cook for another 30 minutes on very low heat.
Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and slice them.
Return the sliced chicken to the pot with the sauce.
Stir in chopped coriander leaves.
Heat through and serve hot.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of honey to your desired level of sweetness.
Be careful not to overcook the chicken, or it will become dry.
If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little water or chicken broth.
Garnish with extra coriander and almonds before serving.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance
Serve in a tagine or bowl. Garnish with fresh coriander and a sprinkle of toasted almonds.
Serve with couscous or rice.
Serve with a side of green salad.
A crisp rosé will complement the flavors of the tagine.
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A staple dish in Moroccan cuisine, often served at special occasions.
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