Saffron Chicken Tagine with Preserved Lemon, Green Olives and Chickpeas
Tender bone-in chicken thighs slow-braised in a fragrant saffron and turmeric broth with briny preserved lemon, buttery green olives, and hearty chickpeas — a deeply satisfying Moroccan classic that fills the kitchen with warm, golden aromas.
85 min520 kcal / servingmedium
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