Description
This flavorful and aromatic Moroccan couscous recipe is a delightful blend of spices, tender chicken, and sweet dried fruits. It’s a perfect dish to impress guests or enjoy with family for a special dinner.
Ingredients
For the Couscous:
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Moroccan spice blend
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
For the Garnish:
- 1/2 cup mixed dried fruits (apricots, raisins, prunes)
- 1/4 cup slivered almonds
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Couscous: In a saucepan, bring the chicken broth, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Prepare the Chicken: Rub the Moroccan spice blend onto the chicken breasts. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add the chicken, and cook until browned on both sides. Remove the chicken and sauté the chopped onion in the same pan.
- Combine and Serve: Slice the cooked chicken and arrange on a bed of couscous. Top with sautéed onions, mixed dried fruits, slivered almonds, and chopped cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of Moroccan spice blend.
- Feel free to add other dried fruits or nuts for variation.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chickpeas or tofu for the chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
