Moroccan-inspired Chicken and Dumplings Tagine

Moroccan-inspired Chicken and Dumplings Tagine is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is a fusion of Moroccan and American cuisine, combining the flavors of tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and aromatic spices. The dish is easy to prepare and can be served as a main course for a family dinner or a special occasion.
To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

For the Chicken Tagine:

- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
- 1/2 cup chopped pitted dates
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

For the Dumplings:

- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
To prepare the dish, start by seasoning the chicken thighs with cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, ginger, turmeric, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the chicken on both sides until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until softened. Add the chicken broth, dried apricots, and dates, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and add the chicken back to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the dumplings. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk and melted butter, and stir until a soft dough forms. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the simmering chicken tagine, cover, and cook for an additional 15 minutes, or until the dumplings are cooked through.
Garnish the dish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
This Moroccan-inspired Chicken and Dumplings Tagine is a perfect combination of savory and sweet flavors. The tender chicken, fluffy dumplings, and aromatic spices create a mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress. This dish is perfect for any occasion and is sure to become a family favorite.
Type of dish: Main Course
3 main ingredients: Chicken, Dumplings, Spices