Tajine Tunisien au Poulet et Fromage (Tunisian Baked Saffron Chicken, Potato & Egg Terrine) – Authentic Tunisia Recipe

Unlike Moroccan stew, the Tunisian tajine is a golden, sliceable baked frittata loaded with spiced chicken, potatoes, and cheese.

Country of Origin
🇹🇳 Tunisia (North Africa, Africa)
Dietary Profile
omnivore
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
30 min
Difficulty
Medium
Signature Staples
Diced saffron-braised chicken and golden potato cubes, Baked in a rich farm egg, Parsley, Turmeric, Caraway-coriander tabel

Ingredients for Tajine Tunisien au Poulet et Fromage (Tunisian Baked Saffron Chicken, Potato & Egg Terrine) (4 Servings)

  • 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) diced saffron-braised chicken and golden potato cubes, prepped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1.5 cups baked in a rich farm egg, washed and trimmed
  • 1 cup parsley
  • 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with turmeric
  • 1.5 tbsp traditional Tunisia seasoning (caraway-coriander tabel, garlic, fresh parsley, black pepper)
  • 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, turmeric, and caraway-coriander tabel, garlic, fresh parsley, black pepper for 3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Combine diced saffron-braised chicken and golden potato cubes and baked in a rich farm egg with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
  4. Top with parsley and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
  5. Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.

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