Apricot chicken (tagine)

Apricot chicken tagine is a fragrant, slow-cooked stew from North Africa, particularly Morocco, where it's prepared in a traditional conical clay pot called a tagine. The dish typically features tender chicken simmered with dried apricots, warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, onions, and sometimes almonds or honey, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is moderately high in protein from the chicken, with healthy fats from cooking oils and potential nuts, while the dried apricots add natural sugars and fiber. A typical serving provides around 350-450 calories, along with notable amounts of vitamin A from the apricots and iron from the spices.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	14 g
Sodium	620 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Potassium	550 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Iron	2.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The tagine cooking method itself is culturally significant, as the conical lid traps steam and returns it to the dish, creating incredibly tender meat with minimal water—a brilliant adaptation to arid climates. Nutritionally, the combination of protein-rich chicken with fiber and antioxidants from dried fruits and spices makes this a well-balanced meal that has sustained communities for centuries.