Tajine Zitoune (Chicken & Green Olives Stew)
Tajine Zitoune, or Chicken & Green Olives Stew, is a delightful Moroccan dish that combines tender chicken thighs with briny green olives and fragrant spices, creating a comforting meal perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners. With its rich flavors and vibrant colors, this stew invites you to savor every bite while bringing loved ones together around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup pitted green olives
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp saffron threads
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and brown chicken thighs on both sides for about five minutes each.
- Sprinkle cumin, paprika, saffron, salt, and pepper over the chicken. Pour in chicken broth until nearly covering the chicken.
- Bring to a simmer, then add green olives. Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes until everything is tender.
- Serve hot over couscous or rice with a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg