CHICKEN AND LENTIL TAGINE

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From The Best Recipes in the World by Mark Bittman. I haven't tried this yet - posted for safekeeping.

Provided by Sandyg61

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 1/2 lbs chicken pieces, trimmed of excess fat
2 garlic cloves, sliced
2 tomatoes, cored and chopped
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
salt and pepper
1 quart water
1 bunch fresh cilantro or 1 large parsley sprig, tied together with kitchen string
2 cinnamon sticks
1 cup dried lentils
2 onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Put the oil in a deep skillet or casserole, preferably non-stick with a lid.
  • Place over medium-high heat and wait a minute or so, until the oil is hot.
  • Add the chicken, skin side down, and brown it well, turning pieces until all sides are browned. 10 to 15minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic, onions, tomatoes, turmeric, and some salt and pepper.
  • Pour in 1 quart of water, along with the herb bundle and cinnamon sticks.
  • Cover, turn heat to low, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  • Add the lentils, cover, and simmer until they're soft, about 25 minutes more. Discard the herbs and cinnamon sticks, season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve.
  • (You can prepare the dish up to a day ahead and refrigerate before reheating. You may need to add a little water to thin the sauce a bit.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 642, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 129.4, Sodium 137.3, Carbohydrate 38.3, Fiber 16.6, Sugar 5.1, Protein 45.9

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