Moroccan Chicken Tagine Aromatic Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Apricots and Spices Ingredients: 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and black pepper to taste 1 cup chicken broth 1 cup canned diced tomatoes 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped 1/4 cup green olives, pitted and sliced 1 tablespoon honey Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish Toasted slivered almonds (optional) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or traditional tagine over medium heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Brown them skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same pot, add the sliced onions and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in ginger, cinnamon, cumin, turmeric, and paprika. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes, chopped apricots, olives, and honey. Stir to combine. Return the chicken thighs to the pot, skin-side up, and spoon some sauce over them. Cover and simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley and toasted almonds if desired. Serve hot with couscous or crusty bread. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 60 minutes Kcal: Approximately 450 kcal per serving Servings: 4 servings #moroccanchicken #tagine #chickentagine #moroccanfood #northafricancuisine #slowcookedchicken #spicedchicken #apricotchicken #comfortfood #easyrecipes #mediterraneanfood #homemade #dinnerideas #couscousside #heartymeals #flavorfulrecipes #authenticcooking #familymeals #foodie #slowcooker 🍲✨ Dive into the rich, aromatic flavors of this Moroccan Chicken Tagine! Tender chicken simmered with apricots, olives, and warm spices — pure comfort in a bowl. 🥘🌿

Alabama Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta Inspired by Alabama Comfort Food Ingredients: 12 oz penne pasta 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (12 oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Remove from pan and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 1 minute. Add chopped roasted red peppers and smoked paprika. Stir well and cook for 2–3 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Return the blended sauce to the skillet over low heat. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cooked sausage and drained pasta into the sauce. Toss until everything is well-coated and heated through. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 510 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #comfortfood #pastalovers #roastedredpepper #sausagepasta #southernrecipes #homemadepasta #creamyredpepperpasta #easyweeknightdinner #familymealideas #pastarecipe #alabamastyle #quickdinnerrecipes #cheesypasta #spicypasta #italiansausage #pastadinner #cozyeats #flavorfulrecipes #heartymeals #basilandparmesan Creamy, spicy, and loaded with flavor – this Alabama Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta is a dinner dream come true 🍝🔥🌿

Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese Juicy Balsamic-Glazed Chicken Breast Topped with Melted Mozzarella Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour half of the balsamic mixture over them. Turn to coat evenly. Bake chicken for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, spoon the remaining balsamic mixture over the chicken, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Return to oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 #balsamicchicken #bakedchicken #mozzarellacheese #easychickenrecipe #glutenfree #healthymeals #lowcarb #weeknightdinner #italianflavors #chickenbreast #homecooking #comfortfood #familymeals #proteinpacked #quickmeals #mealprep #cheesychicken #flavorfulrecipes #ovenbaked #italianrecipe This Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella is everything you need for a quick, flavorful dinner! Juicy chicken glazed in tangy balsamic and topped with melty cheese — pure comfort food! 🧄🍗🧀