Chicken Tajine

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the water and saffron. Let steep. In a large ovenproof skillet or Dutch oven, brown the chicken on both sides in the oil. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside on a plate. Keep the oil in the skillet.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, lightly brown the vegetables. Add the spices, lemons, olives and raisins and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in the saffron infusion. Season with salt and pepper (see note).

4. 4

   Place the chicken over the vegetables and bring to a boil. Cover, transfer to the oven and bake for about 1 hour or until the chicken is cooked through and falls off the bone. If desired, use a tajine dish for baking.

5. 5

   Serve over couscous and garnish with cilantro.