Damani Lodge Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Almonds

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A fragrant Moroccan-style chicken tagine featuring tender chicken thighs simmered with apricots, toasted almonds, and warm spices. This middle eastern-inspired chicken ready in about 70 minutes pairs skin-on bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, medium yellow onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 55 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Season 6 chicken thighs with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Brown chicken thighs for 4-5 minutes per side until golden, then remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 diced yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp ground turmeric, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Return chicken to the pot and pour in 2 cups chicken broth. Stir in 3/4 cup dried apricot halves and 1 tbsp honey. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 35 minutes until chicken is tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove the lid and increase heat to medium, simmering for 10 minutes uncovered to reduce the sauce slightly.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1/3 cup toasted sliced almonds and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro over the dish before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Damani Lodge Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Almonds take to make?

Total time is about 70 minutes (15 min prep + 55 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Damani Lodge Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Almonds?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Damani Lodge Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Almonds?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Damani Lodge Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Almonds for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Damani Lodge Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Almonds?

Middle Eastern chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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