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Chicken Tajine with Preserved Lemon and Olives
A fragrant Moroccan chicken tajine featuring browned chicken legs, sweet onions, aromatic spices, preserved lemon, green olives, and a buttery sauce. Cooked in a clay pot in the oven for tender, fall‑off‑the‑bone meat, this dish is perfect for entertaining or a special family dinner.
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Critical Success Points
- • Browning the chicken skin to develop flavor
- • Braising the chicken in the oven until the bone easily separates
- • Emulsifying the final sauce with butter
Safety Warnings
- • Handle hot oil and the hot skillet with care to avoid burns.
- • Use a diffuser under the clay tajine on open flame to prevent cracking.
- • Saffron can stain; wear gloves if handling directly.
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