Best 8 Spicy Couscous With Shrimp Chicken And Chorizo Aka Yum Recipes

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If you're looking for a dish that combines the vibrant flavors of different cuisines, look no further than spicy couscous with shrimp, chicken, and chorizo. This delightful meal, also known as "yum," is a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds with its harmonious blend of spices, succulent seafood, tender chicken, and savory chorizo.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY COUSCOUS RECIPE WITH SHRIMP AND CHORIZO



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Easy, 20-minute spicy couscous recipe with shrimp and Chorizo! This one-pot meal is a bit of a Moroccan-Spanish fusion. Quick-cooked couscous is combined with shrimp, Spanish Chorizo, and a few warm spices. Be sure to watch the video above to see how I make it.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 oz hard Spanish Chorizo, sliced into thin rounds
Extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve olive oil)
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, finally chopped
2 jalapeno peppers, chopped
1 1/4 tsp turmeric
1 1/4 tsp paprika
1 1/4 tsp ground cumin
Salt
1.5 lb large shrimp (prawns),peeled, deviened and well-rinsed
1 1/4 cup couscous
Boiling water
1 cup chopped fresh parsley, stems removed

Steps:

  • In a large cooking pot, heat just a little bit of extra virgin olive oil. Add the Chorizo sausages and cook just until crisp (hard Spanish chorizo should be cooked already.) Remove from heat and place on paper towels to drain.
  • To the cooking pot, add onions, garlic and jalapeno, cook briefly until onions are translucent. Now add the spices and stir briefly, then add the shrimp. Raise the heat to medium-high and cook the shrimp for 3 to 4 mins or until it is firm and pink. Do not overcook the shrimp.
  • Meanwhile, boil 2 1/2 cup of water.
  • Return the Chorizo to the cooking pot and add the couscous, a little olive oil, a dash of salt and the boiling water. Turn the heat off immediately and cover. Let sit for 5 minutes. Uncover and stir in the fresh parsley.
  • Transfer to serving bowls and enjoy! (see suggested sides)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 734 calories, Sugar 1.6 g, Sodium 939.7 mg, Fat 34.1 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 50.1 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 57.1 g, Cholesterol 323.7 mg

SPICY COUSCOUS WITH SHRIMP CHICKEN AND CHORIZO ..AKA YUM!



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I just had to add this recipe! My husband and I love it and we absolutely cook it at least once a month..if not more! It can get kind of spicy so beware of how much spice you like and alter the amount! This recipe is based off of one I saw on the Rachael Ray talk show..but I never could find the actual recipe so its just what I can remember from some notes I jotted down!! ** I usually don't have the Saffron and this is just as great without it, so don't fret if you don't have that spice because its outrageously expensive!

Provided by Manda G

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (extra virgin olive oil)
1/2 lb chorizo sausage, cut into bite size pieces (castings removed)
3/4 lb chicken tenderloins, cut into bite size pieces
1 fresh bay leaf
4 -5 sprigs fresh thyme
1 medium onion, chopped (small pieces)
1 lb medium shrimp (deveined and peeled)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 garlic cloves, grated
1 -2 chopped jalapeno (to taste)
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 pinch saffron thread
salt and pepper
2 cups couscous
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup frozen peas
1 lemon, zest of

Steps:

  • Heat the EVOO over medium-high heat in a deep skillet- make sure the pan has a tight fitting lid.
  • Add the chorizo, cook for 1 minute to render some of the fat, then add the chicken, bay leaf, thyme and onions.
  • Cook for 2 minutes to start softening the onions, then add the Shrimp, Red Pepper Flakes, garlic, Jalapenos, tumeric and saffron, and cook until the shrimp are just about cooked through (about 3 minutes) Season with salt and pepper then add the stock.
  • Bring Stock to a boil then stir in the couscous, pea's and lemon zest. Cover and turn off heat. Let stand for 5 minutes then fluff with fork remove bay leaf and thyme stems and your ready to eat!
  • Enjoy.

SHRIMP AND CHORIZO IN GARLIC SAUCE



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound spicy Mexican chorizo, casing removed
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet or Vidalia onion
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1 teaspoon Hungarian paprika
Freshly ground black pepper
1 head garlic, peeled and finely chopped
Salt
1 1/2 pounds peeled deveined shrimp (16/20 count)
Crusty, chewy bread, for sopping

Steps:

  • In a medium straight-sided pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat and saute the chorizo and onions, breaking the chorizo up with a wooden spoon while cooking until it resembles ground beef. Add the adobo, paprika and a few grinds of black pepper. Cook until the fat is rendered and the onions are tender and cooked into the chorizo, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add the remaining oil and the garlic and lower the heat to medium-low. Let the flavors infuse over the low heat for 5 to 7 minutes. Add the shrimp to the garlic oil, raise the heat slightly, and stir and turn to cook the shrimp evenly, 6 to 8 minutes. Serve as an appetizer on toothpicks with crusty, chewy bread.

COUSCOUS WITH CHORIZO & CHICKPEAS



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This Spanish-inspired dish is perfect for a midweek meal

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Supper

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

250g couscous
300ml vegetable stock
2 tbsp olive oil
200g sliced chorizo
1 onion , sliced
1 tsp paprika
400g can drained chickpeas
425ml chicken stock
chopped parsley , to serve

Steps:

  • Prepare couscous with vegetable stock, according to the packet's instructions.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pan and stir fry the chorizo for 3-4 mins. Remove with a slotted spoon and put aside. Add the onion to the oil left in the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes until softened. Stir in the paprika, cook for 1 min, then tip in the chickpeas and the chicken stock. Return the chorizo to the pan and simmer for 2 mins. Spoon over the couscous and scatter with chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 46 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 18 grams protein, Sodium 1.69 milligram of sodium

ONE-POT SHRIMP AND CHICKEN COUSCOUS



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This is a great, one-pot, easy weeknight meal. Garnish with snipped fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Provided by missdrea

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon salted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups broccoli florets
1 (4 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
¼ onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 boneless chicken thighs, chopped
1 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup Israeli couscous, uncooked
1 ¼ cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until butter is melted. Add broccoli, mushrooms, onion, garlic, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper; saute for 2 to 3 minutes. Add shrimp, chicken, and couscous; stir to coat.
  • Add chicken broth and lemon juice and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until chicken and shrimp are cooked through and couscous has absorbed all the liquid and is tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.4 g, Cholesterol 216.3 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 35.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 631.8 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

SPICY CHORIZO & SHRIMP RICE



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Looking for an easy, one skillet meal for dinner tonight? This satisfying dish has a fresh southwestern flavor your family will warm up to! -Cheryl Perry, Hertford, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 pound uncooked chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage
4 tomatillos, husks removed, chopped
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery leaves
1/4 cup chopped carrot
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco or diced part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Crumble chorizo into a large skillet; add tomatillos. Cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until meat is fully cooked. Add the rice, onion, celery leaves, carrot, garlic powder and pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes., Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in shrimp; cover and cook 5 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink and rice is tender. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 126mg cholesterol, Sodium 1282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

SPICY CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS



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This is a deliciously spicy low fat chicken dish. You control the spiciness with strength of the curry powder you add. You can even leave out the chicken to use it as a side dish.

Provided by Rogue Red

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 lb skinless chicken breast, diced
1 cup dry couscous
4 zucchini, diced
1 onion, diced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • Heat 1/2 the oil in a frying pan and add the diced chicken.
  • Cook until browned and put aside.
  • Heat the rest of the oil in the frying pan and add the onions, zucchini, coriander, cumin and curry powder.
  • Cook until the onion is transparent and the zucchini is soft.
  • Add the chicken and the canned tomatoes and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile prepare the couscous.
  • Add the sugar to the chicken mixture and simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Serve over the couscous or mix together and serve.

SPICY CHORIZO & SHRIMP RICE FOR 2



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Looking for an easy, one skillet meal for dinner tonight? This satisfying dish has a fresh, Southwestern flavor the two of you will warm up to! -Cheryl Perry, Hertford, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 pound uncooked chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage
2 tomatillos, husks removed, chopped
1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 tablespoons chopped celery leaves
2 tablespoons chopped carrot
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1/4 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons crumbled queso fresco or diced part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Crumble chorizo into a small skillet; add tomatillos. Cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until meat is fully cooked. Add the rice, onion, celery leaves, carrot, garlic powder and pepper; cook and stir for 2 minutes., Add broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in shrimp; cover and cook 5 minutes longer or until shrimp turn pink and rice is tender. Sprinkle with cheese and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the spice level. If you don't like spicy food, you can reduce the amount of chili peppers or cayenne pepper in the recipe. If you like things spicy, you can add more.
  • Cook the couscous according to the package directions. This will ensure that it is cooked properly and has the right texture.
  • Don't overcook the shrimp or chicken. They should be cooked through, but not tough or dry.
  • Serve the couscous hot or warm. It can be served as a main course or a side dish.

Conclusion:

This spicy couscous with shrimp, chicken, and chorizo is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and can be adjusted to suit your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try!

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