Classic Chicken Tagine

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large pot or tagine over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.

3. 3

   Add the chicken thighs to the pot and brown them on all sides.

4. 4

   Stir in the ground cumin, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground turmeric, ground black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper.

5. 5

   Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, sliced carrots, chickpeas, and dried apricots to the pot.

6. 6

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.

7. 7

   Simmer for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

8. 8

   Stir in the chopped fresh cilantro just before serving.

9. 9

   Serve the tagine hot, with couscous or bread on the side if desired.