Couscous with chicken and tomatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, and fluffy couscous creates a flavorful and satisfying dish that will please the whole family. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover chicken, making it a budget-friendly option as well. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in no time.
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CHICKEN THIGHS WITH COUSCOUS & KALE
One-pot meals, like this all-in-one chicken thigh, kale and Israeli couscous recipe, are perfect for nights when you want to keep cleanup to a minimum. Look for Israeli couscous--small pearl-shaped pasta made from semolina flour--near other Middle Eastern dry goods in well-stocked supermarkets or specialty-foods stores.
Provided by Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD
Categories Healthy Chicken Pasta Recipes
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine thyme, cumin, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with half of the spice mixture.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large, heavy skillet, such as cast-iron, over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and onion to the pan; cook, stirring frequently, until beginning to soften, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in couscous and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until the couscous is lightly toasted, 1 to 2 minutes. Add kale and the remaining spice mixture; cook, stirring, until the kale begins to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Pour in broth and any accumulated juice from the chicken, then nestle the chicken into the couscous. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through and the couscous is tender, 10 to 12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 75.5 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 494.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
QUICK CHICKEN COUSCOUS
Take a break from pasta, rice, and potatoes with this quick chicken couscous bowl. Made with chicken breast (or thighs, or even leftover chicken!) and diced veggies of your choice, it's an impressive meal that takes just minutes to make once all the ingredients are prepped. The chicken is moist and tender, the couscous is light yet satisfying, and the veggies add color, flavor, and texture. It can be eaten at any temperature and would be perfect to pack for a picnic.
Provided by Chef John
Time 40m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place couscous in a heat-proof mixing bowl. Add salt, pepper, cayenne, and olive oil; stir with a spoon until all couscous is coated with oil. Level off to smooth the top and set aside.
- Season chicken on both sides with salt.
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over high heat. Add chicken and sear for 2 to 3 minutes on one side. Flip and add onions. Sear chicken on second side, while sauteing onions at the same time, for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove chicken to a plate and let cool for a few minutes. Cut chicken into 1/2-inch cubes and return to the saucepan.
- Add chicken broth, zucchini, green beans, bell pepper, green onions, paprika, and turmeric to the saucepan. Place over high heat. As soon as it boils, remove from the heat and carefully dump it on top of the couscous; do not stir. Immediately wrap bowl tightly with foil and set a timer for 5 minutes.
- When timer goes off, unwrap foil and toss in parsley. Stir to combine ingredients. Taste and adjust for salt.
- Spoon couscous onto serving plate and garnish with feta cheese, chili flakes, and parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 966 calories, Carbohydrate 125 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 34.7 g, Fiber 21.3 g, Protein 46.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1428.6 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS
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
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
COUSCOUS WITH CHICKEN AND TOMATOES
Make and share this Couscous with Chicken and Tomatoes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sackville
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Peel and trim the vegetables.
- Fry the chicken pieces in half the olive oil until lightly browned.
- Add the sliced onion and the chopped garlic, the tomato purée and enough water just to cover the chicken.
- Season generously and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the cooked chick peas, the carrots, cut into batons (lengthwise into quarters), and the tomatoes, cut into 8 pieces each.
- Mix the couscous with its own volume of water and the remaining olive oil.
- Stir it and leave it to swell up for about 15 minutes.
- To cook: place it in a colander or sieve over a pan of boiling water (traditionally its done over the stew but this can be hazardous), steam for 20-25 minutes until swollen and cooked through.
- To serve: stir a knob of butter into the couscous and pile in a ring around a large dish.
- Spoon the chicken and vegetables into the centre of the dish and pass the sauce separately.
- It can have a little chili added to give it extra pungency.
LEMON CHICKEN AND TOMATOES WITH COUSCOUS
Dinner ready in 25 minutes! Peppered chicken with a hint of lemon served over couscous and tomato slices - a deliciously mouth-watering meal!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Between pieces of plastic wrap or waxed paper, place each chicken breast, smooth side down; gently pound with flat side of meat mallet or rolling pin until about 1/4 inch thick.
- In shallow dish, mix flour and pepper. Coat chicken with flour mixture.
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and no longer pink in center. Remove skillet from heat. Place chicken on plate; cover to keep warm.
- Cook couscous in water as directed on package.
- Add broth, lemon juice and lemon slices to same skillet. Heat to boiling over high heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until broth is reduced by half. Return chicken to skillet; cook 1 to 2 minutes to glaze. Remove lemon slices from skillet; discard. Spoon couscous onto serving plates; top with tomato slices. Place chicken over tomato; drizzle with juices in skillet.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 220 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
COUSCOUS WITH CHICK-PEAS AND TOMATOES
Provided by Lori D. Shaller
Categories Tomato Side Bake Quick & Easy High Fiber Chickpea Couscous Bon Appétit Massachusetts
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Butter small baking dish. Bring chicken broth and butter to boil in heavy medium saucepan. Add couscous. Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until couscous is tender and has absorbed all liquid, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato, chick-peas, raisins, cinnamon, basil and thyme. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer mixture to baking dish. Cover and cook until heated through, about 15 minutes.
Tips:
- Using high-quality ingredients is essential for making a delicious couscous dish. Opt for fresh, ripe tomatoes and tender, juicy chicken breasts.
- To enhance the flavor of the tomatoes, roast them in the oven before adding them to the couscous. This will caramelize their natural sugars and deepen their flavor.
- If you don't have time to roast the tomatoes, you can also use sun-dried tomatoes or canned diced tomatoes. However, roasting the tomatoes will give the dish a more complex flavor.
- To make the couscous light and fluffy, be sure to fluff it with a fork before serving. This will help to separate the grains and prevent them from clumping together.
- Feel free to experiment with different spices and herbs to create a couscous dish that suits your taste. Some popular options include cumin, coriander, paprika, and mint.
Conclusion:
This couscous with chicken and tomatoes is a flavorful and versatile dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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