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Chicken and Couscous

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A quick and flavorful dish combining tender chicken with fluffy couscous and vibrant vegetables.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 pound chicken breast (cubed, use boneless, skinless for quicker cooking)
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 2 cups chicken broth (use low-sodium if preferred)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium bell pepper (diced, any color)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • a few tablespoons Olive oil (for sautéing)
  • as needed Fresh parsley (for garnishing)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté the cubed chicken until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
  • Add diced bell pepper, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, stir in couscous, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff couscous with a fork, add cooked chicken back in, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Chicken, Couscous