Best 10 Chicken Breasts With Fennel Carrots And Couscous Recipes

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Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey into the realm of flavors with our comprehensive guide to cooking chicken breasts with fennel, carrots, and couscous. This delectable dish, boasting a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, will undoubtedly become a staple in your recipe repertoire. Discover the secrets to perfectly seared chicken breasts, complemented by the aromatic fennel, sweet carrots, and fluffy couscous, seasoned to perfection. Embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more!

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CHICKEN BREASTS WITH FENNEL, CARROTS, AND COUSCOUS



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Buying grains like couscous in bulk keeps down the cost of this Moroccan-inspired dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless, skinless free-range chicken breasts (6 to 8 ounces each)
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 fennel bulb, trimmed, cored, and thinly sliced
3 large carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2/3 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/2 cup oil-cured pitted black olives, halved
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups cooked couscous

Steps:

  • Rub chicken with 1/2 teaspoon paprika; season with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high. Cook chicken until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side; transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon oil, fennel, and carrots. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon paprika and cumin; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until spices are fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • To skillet, add reserved chicken along with any accumulated juices, apricots, olives, orange juice, and broth. Cover and simmer until vegetables are soft and chicken is opaque throughout, about 12 to 15 minutes. Serve with couscous.

CHICKEN FENNEL BAKE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 fennel bulbs, trimmed
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 lemons
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound baby potatoes
1 cup baby carrots
6 chicken thighs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Cut the fennel into thick slices. Shingle them onto the center of the baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
  • Zest 2 of the lemons and set aside, then juice these lemons into a medium bowl. Whisk the olive oil into the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Halve the remaining 3 lemons and add them to the bowl along with the potatoes and carrots. Toss to coat. Spread the vegetables and lemon halves around the outside of the baking sheet. Put the chicken thighs in the same bowl along with the reserved lemon zest and more salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Put the chicken on top of the fennel skin-side up, leaving a little space between pieces.
  • Bake, stirring the potatoes and carrots halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Serve the chicken with the vegetables and roasted lemon halves.

CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS



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A Mediterranean-flavored chicken and vegetable stew served over couscous. It's my all-time favorite, and it's delicious!

Provided by Julianne Ture

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 ¼ cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup quick-cooking couscous
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into cubes
1 pinch ground black pepper
½ cup finely chopped jalapeno chile peppers
1 carrot, thinly sliced
1 zucchini, diced
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1 ½ teaspoons grated fresh ginger root
1 ½ teaspoons curry powder
½ teaspoon ground coriander seed
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of the chicken broth to a boil. Stir in couscous and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the olive oil. Turn off heat, cover, and let stand 10 minutes.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Stir in the chicken, season with pepper, and cook until no longer pink and juices run clear. Remove chicken from the skillet, and set aside.
  • Heat the remaining olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Stir in the jalapeno peppers and carrot, and saute about 2 minutes. Mix in the zucchini, green onions, ginger, and 1/4 cup chicken broth. Continue to cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, blend the remaining 1 cup chicken broth with curry powder, coriander, and cornstarch. Pour over the vegetables. Return chicken to the skillet. Continue cooking about 2 minutes until chicken is coated and the broth mixture begins to thicken. Serve over the couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 75.2 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 176.6 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS



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My sister shared this recipe, and it's been a hit with me, my husband and our friends ever since. After working all day, I love that this dish is fast to prepare. Plus, it's irresistibly bright and delicious. -Shari Ruffalo, Watertown, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 package (5.8 ounces) roasted garlic and olive oil couscous
1 cup water
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the broccoli, contents of the couscous seasoning packet, water and 1 teaspoon oil. Bring to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Combine the lemon juice, garlic and oregano; rub over chicken. In a large skillet, brown chicken in remaining oil over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until juices run clear. Stir tomato into the couscous; serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 711mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ROASTED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CARROTS AND ONIONS



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This easy weeknight roasted chicken breasts dish features the sweet flavors of roasted carrots, onions, and prunes. Peel carrots with a vegetable peeler; trim ends. Use a sharp knife to halve carrots lengthwise. Cut on the diagonal into 1/2-inch chunks.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 bone-in chicken breast halves (10 to 12 ounces each)
1 pound carrots, peeled, halved, and cut on the diagonal into 1/2-inch chunks
6 garlic cloves, quartered
1 medium red onion, halved, cut into 1/2-inch wedges coarse salt and ground pepper
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3/4 cup pitted prunes, quartered lengthwise
Best Couscous, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Place chicken on a rimmed baking sheet. Arrange carrots, garlic, and onion around chicken; season chicken and vegetables generously with salt and pepper. Roast 10 minutes.
  • Stir prunes into vegetables. Continue roasting until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes more. Serve chicken and vegetables over couscous, if desired.

CAST-IRON ROAST CHICKEN WITH FENNEL AND CARROTS



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The only nonnegotiables for roast chicken recipes are a) being generous with the kosher salt inside and out and b) letting the chicken sit out for at least an hour, which gives the seasoning time to work its way deep into the meat, meaning every bite is delicious through and through.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Chicken     Roast     Cast Iron     Fall     Winter     Dinner     Fennel     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (3 1/2-4-pound) whole chicken
Kosher salt
2 fennel bulbs, cut into 6 wedges each
1 pound small carrots, scrubbed, cut into 4-inch-long pieces on a diagonal
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season generously with salt, inside and out. (We use 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or 1/2 tsp. Morton kosher salt per lb.) Tie legs together with kitchen twine. Let sit 1 hour to allow salt to penetrate, or chill, uncovered, up to 1 day ahead.
  • Place a rack in upper third of oven and set a 12" cast-iron skillet or 3-qt. enameled cast-iron baking dish on rack. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Meanwhile, toss fennel, carrots, and 2 Tbsp. oil in a large bowl to coat; season with salt and pepper.
  • Once oven reaches temperature, pat chicken dry with paper towels and lightly coat with half of remaining oil. Drizzle remaining oil into hot skillet (this helps keep the chicken from sticking and tearing the skin). Place chicken in the center of skillet and arrange vegetables around. Roast until fennel and carrots are golden brown in spots and tender an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of breasts registers 155°F, 50-60 minutes (temperature will climb to 165°F as chicken rests). Let chicken rest in skillet at least 20 minutes and up to 45 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a cutting board and carve. Serve with vegetables.

ROAST CHICKEN WITH FENNEL



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The kind of fennel we see in supermarkets (which, almost needless to say, is cultivated, not wild) is wonderful when cooked to full tenderness, so I thought it might make a good base for chicken, which is heavier than fish and takes longer to cook. The idea was that the fennel would lend its flavor to the chicken, the chicken would lend its juices to the fennel and the creation would need little else. The results were better than expected. Garnished with parsley and served with a bit of lemon (especially when caramelized, fennel can be quite sweet), the dish has an elegant look and delicious, surprisingly complex flavor.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, or as needed
2 bulbs fennel, trimmed and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 whole (about 3-pound) chicken, cut up, or about 3 pounds drumsticks and thighs
Chopped fresh parsley leaves for garnish
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450 degrees. Drizzle bottom of shallow roasting pan or baking sheet with about half the olive oil and cover it with a layer of the fennel. Overlap pieces if necessary but use whole pan. Drizzle remaining oil over fennel and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cut up chicken if necessary and sprinkle the pieces with salt and pepper.
  • Top fennel with the chicken parts, skin side up. Ideally, you'll have a layer of fennel pretty much covered by a layer of chicken, but it's fine if some of the fennel roasts uncovered. Spoon some of the oil from bottom of pan over chicken. If there is not enough, drizzle additional olive oil over the chicken. Roast about 15 minutes, then baste chicken with pan drippings and rotate the pan. If necessary, adjust oven temperature so chicken browns but does not burn.
  • The chicken will be done in about 30 minutes. Serve each piece with some fennel and a little of the pan juices spooned over, garnished with parsley and a lemon wedge.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 693, UnsaturatedFat 37 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 53 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 44 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 855 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

OVEN-ROASTED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CARROTS AND RED POTATOES



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Oven-roasted, bone-in chicken breasts with carrots and red potatoes.

Provided by Mike Brandi

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breast halves
4 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons salt, or more to taste
freshly cracked black pepper to taste
1 sprig fresh rosemary, leaves stripped and finely chopped
8 carrots, peeled and chopped
4 red potatoes, quartered
2 slices onion

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Wash chicken breasts and pat dry. Separate the skin from the meat to create a pocket on each breast.
  • Combine garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and rosemary leaves in a small bowl; stir to combine. Rub about 1/6 of olive oil mixture under the skin of each breast and rub another 1/6 on the outside of the skin. Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper if you wish.
  • Arrange carrots, potatoes, and onion in the bottom of a roasting pan or casserole dish and season with salt and pepper. Place chicken, skin-side up, on top of the vegetables.
  • Roast in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and cover with aluminum foil. Lower the temperature to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and cook until vegetables are tender and chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 20 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 126.6 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 47.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 1081.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CHICKEN WITH FENNEL AND CARROTS



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A classic one dish meal. If you can not find the creme fraiche you can substitute 2 tbsp sour cream and 2 tbsp whipping crem.

Provided by beverlyjean58

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/3 cup apple cider
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon tarragon, chopped fresh
1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
salt and pepper
2 medium carrots
1 small fennel bulb, cut into 1/2 inch wedges
1 large onion, med diced
1 -4 lb chicken, cut up and skinned
1/4 cup creme fraiche
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1 large granny smith apple
1 large braeburn apple

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 400°F In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp of cider, 1 tbsp of mustard,1 tbsp of the tarragon, 2 tsp of the parsley, the butter, salt and pepper.
  • Scatter the carrots fennel and onion over the bottom of a 10 x 15 baking dish. Arrange chicken pieces on top of the vegetables. Brush the cider mustard vinegar mixture over the chicken and roast for about 30 minute.
  • In a small bowl mix remaining 1/2 cup cider, 1 tbsp mustard, creme fraiche, and the cornstarch. Whisk in the chicken broth, vinegar and salt.
  • Remove pan from the oven and reduce the temperature to 375°F Pour the creme fraiche mixture over the chicken then scatter the apples around. Return the pan to the oven and roast until the vegetable and apples are tender and the chicken is done, about 20 - 30 minute.
  • Transfer the chicken to a warm platter. Use a slotted spoon to arrange the vegetables and apples around the chicken. Sprinkle with a little salt and the remaining tarragon and parsley. Tilt the pan so that the juices gather in one corner. Skim as much fat as possible from the pan. Seadon the sauce to taste and pour into a pitcher to pass at the table,.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.2, Fat 19.7, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 79.8, Sodium 199.3, Carbohydrate 27.8, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 14.3, Protein 15.9

SAUTEED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH FENNEL AND ROSEMARY



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The flavors of fennel, garlic, and rosemary married with chicken. The original recipe appeared in Food and Wine and later reprinted on another site. This is my own rendition designed to be both WW point friendly and core. This works really well with steamed carrots, polenta or mashed potatoes.

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 teaspoons olive oil, separated
1 large fennel bulb, cut into 1/2-inch slices (about 1 1/4 pounds, use 2 smaller heads if need be)
2 teaspoons dried rosemary or 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup fat free chicken broth
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/3 pounds in all)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick frying pan, heat 2 1/2 teaspoon of the oil over moderately high heat. Add the fennel and half of the rosemary.
  • Cook, stirring frequently, until the fennel is golden brown and almost done, about 10 minutes. Add broth and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat and simmer until the fennel is tender, about 3 minutes. Remove the fennel and the cooking liquid from the pan.
  • Heat the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil over moderate heat. Pound chicken breasts so they are of an even thickness. Season the chicken with the 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon of the pepper. Add the chicken to the pan with the remaining 1 teaspoon of rosemary and cook until brown, about 4 minutes. Turn and cook until almost done, about 3 minutes longer.
  • Add the garlic; cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the fennel and its cooking liquid and the remaining 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Bring to a simmer. Move the fennel so that it sits on top of the chicken. Cover the pan and simmer on very low heat for 3 minutes. Stir in the parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.8, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 472.2, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 26.2

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before starting to cook, measure and prepare all ingredients and ensure you have all the necessary cooking equipment ready.
  • Use good quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a significant difference in the final dish. Use organic vegetables and free-range chicken whenever possible.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken breasts, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and becoming soggy.
  • Cook the chicken until golden brown: Sear the chicken breasts over medium-high heat until they are golden brown on both sides. This will help to lock in the flavor and juices.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: Marinating the chicken breasts before cooking will help to infuse them with flavor. You can use a variety of marinades, such as olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs.
  • Roast the vegetables until caramelized: Roast the fennel and carrots in the oven until they are caramelized and tender. This will bring out their natural sweetness and flavor.
  • Cook the couscous according to the package instructions: Couscous is a quick and easy side dish that can be cooked in just a few minutes. Be sure to follow the package instructions for the best results.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Before serving, garnish the dish with fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, or mint. This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

This recipe is a flavorful and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken breasts are juicy and tender, the vegetables are roasted to perfection, and the couscous is light and fluffy. With a few simple tips, you can easily make this dish at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this chicken breasts with fennel, carrots, and couscous recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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