Best 5 Instant Pot Piccata Israeli Couscous Recipes

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Are you craving a delicious and flavorful meal that combines the tangy flavors of piccata sauce with the wholesome goodness of Israeli couscous? Look no further! Our comprehensive guide will take you on a culinary journey, exploring the best instant pot piccata Israeli couscous recipe that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of cooking in an instant pot, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions, insider tips, and helpful variations to create a dish that is both delightful and effortless. Get ready to embark on a flavor-packed adventure as we guide you through the process of creating the ultimate instant pot piccata Israeli couscous.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

INSTANT POT® PICCATA ISRAELI COUSCOUS



Instant Pot® Piccata Israeli Couscous image

If you're a fan of chicken piccata, you're going to love piccata Israeli couscous. Its bright, fresh lemony flavor is enhanced by the briny capers, and it's incredibly easy to make.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Couscous Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons diced shallot
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup Israeli couscous
1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons capers
1 teaspoon caper brine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
4 wedge (blank)s lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot®), and select Saute function. Heat butter and oil until butter is melted. Add shallot, lemon zest, and garlic; cook until garlic is translucent, 1 to 2 minutes. Add couscous and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and toasted, about 2 minutes. Turn off Saute function.
  • Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Carefully release pressure using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid, and stir in the capers and caper brine.
  • Garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 234.9 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

INSTANT POT® HERBED ISRAELI COUSCOUS



Instant Pot® Herbed Israeli Couscous image

This couscous is a lovely side dish, or can be the base to a main meal. It's also fast to make using the Instant Pot®.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon salted butter
1 ¼ cups chicken broth
8 ounces pearl (Israeli) couscous
1 teaspoon Greek seasoning (such as Cavender's®), divided
1 teaspoon Tuscan herb olive oil
1 tablespoon basil leaves, cut in thin strips
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Melt butter in the pot. Add chicken broth and couscous. Stir. Cancel Saute mode.
  • Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Fluff couscous with a fork.
  • Pour olive oil over the couscous. Sprinkle the Greek seasoning over the top. Mix to combine. Add basil, parsley, and rosemary; toss to disperse throughout.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.1 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 508.6 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

INSTANT POT® PICCATA ISRAELI COUSCOUS



Instant Pot® Piccata Israeli Couscous image

If you're a fan of chicken piccata, you're going to love piccata Israeli couscous. Its bright, fresh lemony flavor is enhanced by the briny capers, and it's incredibly easy to make.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Couscous

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons diced shallot
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup Israeli couscous
1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons capers
1 teaspoon caper brine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
4 wedge (blank)s lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot®), and select Saute function. Heat butter and oil until butter is melted. Add shallot, lemon zest, and garlic; cook until garlic is translucent, 1 to 2 minutes. Add couscous and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and toasted, about 2 minutes. Turn off Saute function.
  • Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Carefully release pressure using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid, and stir in the capers and caper brine.
  • Garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.1 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 234.9 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

INSTANT POT® GARLICKY MUSHROOM ISRAELI COUSCOUS



Instant Pot® Garlicky Mushroom Israeli Couscous image

This quick side dish is cooked in the Instant Pot®. Feel free to add in Parmesan cheese if desired, but it's amazing on its own! I don't add salt or pepper, as the ingredients seem to have enough flavor on their own.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Side Dish     Grain Side Dish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 ¼ cups water
8 ounces pearl (Israeli) couscous
1 teaspoon garlic base (such as Better Than Bouillon® Roasted Garlic Base)
½ cup sliced portobello mushrooms

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select the Saute function. Melt butter and add garlic. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add water, couscous, and garlic base. Stir to combine. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Fluff with a fork and add sliced mushrooms. Select Saute function and quickly stir the couscous for 3 to 5 minutes. The goal is to warm the mushrooms, but not to the point of softening.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 171.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

INSTANT POT® GROUND BEEF AND ISRAELI COUSCOUS



Instant Pot® Ground Beef and Israeli Couscous image

This a really quick, filling dish that's great for weeknight meals and is ready in about 40 minutes. Use Israeli couscous (also called pearl couscous or giant couscous); instant couscous won't work with this recipe. Serve with a garden salad, if desired.

Provided by Bren

Categories     Pasta and Noodles     Pasta by Shape Recipes     Couscous Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound extra-lean ground beef
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¾ cup finely diced onion
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1 ¼ cups chicken broth, divided
1 cup finely diced red bell pepper
1 cup pearl (Israeli) couscous
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce (such as Bragg®)
1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
1 (5 ounce) package baby spinach

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function to heat the pot. Add ground beef and season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir until beef is browned and crumbly, about 5 minutes. Add onions and cook until soft and translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Deglaze pot with 1/4 cup chicken broth and allow to cook off, about 3 minutes. Stir in remaining 1 cup chicken broth, red pepper, pearl couscous, parsley, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes; stir until well combined.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Mix in spinach. Stir, place the lid loosely on the pot, and leave for 5 minutes to allow couscous to absorb the remainder of the liquid. Taste and season with additional salt if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 79.9 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 31.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 801.2 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

Tips:

  • To achieve the best results, use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the Instant Pot. If you're cooking a large batch of piccata, cook it in batches to ensure that the chicken is evenly browned and cooked through.
  • Be careful not to overcook the chicken. Chicken breast is a delicate meat, and it can easily become dry and tough if it's overcooked. Cook the chicken just until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • If you don't have an Instant Pot, you can still make this recipe using a traditional stovetop method. Simply brown the chicken in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the remaining ingredients and simmer until the chicken is cooked through.

Conclusion:

Instant Pot piccata with Israeli couscous is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. The chicken is tender and flavorful, the sauce is creamy and tangy, and the couscous is light and fluffy. This dish is sure to become a family favorite.

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