Discover the authentic flavors and aromas of Morocco with our comprehensive culinary adventure into the art of preparing the traditional Moroccan couscous with chicken. This flavorful and hearty dish is a centerpiece of Moroccan cuisine, capturing the essence of Moroccan culture and hospitality. As you embark on this culinary journey, you will unravel the secrets of creating the perfect couscous, tender and fluffy, complemented by a tantalizingly rich and flavorful chicken stew. Along the way, you'll learn about the key ingredients and traditional techniques used to craft this magnificent dish, ensuring you can recreate the magic of Moroccan couscous in your own kitchen.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MOROCCAN CHICKEN COUSCOUS
This Moroccan Chicken Couscous is super flavorful and healthy loaded with exotic spices but still simple enough to make any night of the week.
Provided by Joanna Cismaru
Categories Dinner Lunch Main Course
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 F degrees.
- Combine all the Moroccan spice blend ingredients together. The recipe should yields about 8 to 9 tsp or about 3 tbsp.
- Season the chicken breasts with 2 tbsp of the Moroccan spice blend thoroughly. Use more as preferred.
- In a large Dutch Oven or a oven safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot add the chicken breasts and sear on both sides until browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. The chicken will not be cooked through at all, it will just be crispy on the outside. Transfer the chicken from the pot to a plate and set aside.
- Add the onion and garlic to the pot and saute for about 3 minutes until onion softens and becomes translucent and garlic is aromatic. add the remaining 1 tbsp of the Moroccan spice blend and stir.
- Add the golden raisins, chickpeas, fire roasted tomatoes, chicken broth, couscous and stir well. Gently stir in the kale. Bring to a boil, then add the chicken breasts back.
- Cover the pot with a lid and place in the oven. If your pot doesn't have a lid, cover with aluminum foil. Cook in the oven for 30 minutes with the lid on, then remove the lid and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 kcal, Carbohydrate 47 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 478 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat. Add the red onions and carrots; cook until the onions soften slightly, about 4 minutes. Add the ras el hanout, ginger and 1/2 teaspoon salt; stir to coat the vegetables. Add 3 cups water and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook until the carrots are tender, about 8 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the couscous as the label directs. Puree 1 3/4 cups cilantro, 2 tablespoons water and the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a food processor. Fluff the couscous and stir in the cilantro paste. Cover to keep warm.
- Uncover the vegetables and stir in the chicken and raisins. Continue cooking over medium-high heat until the raisins are plump, about 5 minutes. Stir in the honey and the remaining 1/4 cup cilantro. Serve over the couscous; top with the almonds.
MOROCCAN CHICKEN AND COUSCOUS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the carrots and 1 cup water in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook until crisp-tender, about 7 minutes; cover and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, then add the chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook, turning occasionally, until browned and just cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate using a slotted spoon. Add the onion to the skillet and season with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, about 6 minutes. Stir in the cumin and cinnamon; remove from the heat.
- Add the couscous, chickpeas, apricots and lemon zest to the skillet. Add the carrots and the hot cooking water (return to a simmer if the liquid has cooled); stir to combine. Add the chicken and any collected juices. Cover and let stand until the liquid is absorbed and the couscous is tender, about 5 minutes; fluff with a fork. Stir in the lemon juice and cilantro. Season with salt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 82 milligrams, Sodium 267 milligrams, Carbohydrate 66 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 45 grams
MOROCCAN CHICKEN AND WHOLE GRAIN COUSCOUS
A flavorful chicken stew that uses exotic spices and nice vegetables served over whole-grain couscous. This recipe was actually a real chicken contest winner! Vegetables and even meat can vary according to taste, but I find squash, carrots, bell peppers, and lamb work well in this recipe. Even though the spices seem strange, the flavors are subtle but fragrant! A real favorite at home.
Provided by Myleen Sagrado Sjödin
Categories World Cuisine Recipes African North African Moroccan
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Prepare the couscous according to package directions.
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat, and cook onion until tender. Mix in bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon, turmeric, and cayenne pepper. Place chicken in the pot, and cook until well browned. Pour garbanzo beans, tomatoes, and broth into the pot, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer 25 minutes.
- Mix carrots and zucchini into pot. Season with salt. Continue cooking 10 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Serve stew over cooked couscous.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 399.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50.7 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 1539 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
MOROCCAN CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS
This is a recipe I modified slightly from a book called '1000 classic recipes. I made it for the first time last night and it is gorgeous.
Provided by Aileen2
Categories Chicken
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Fry chicken portions skin side down in butter and oil until golden.
- Turn.
- Add onions, garlic, spices, salt, orange juice and 300ml of water.
- Cover and bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Mix couscous with salt and 350ml of water.
- Leave to soak for 5 minutes.
- Add rest of ingredients for couscous.
- Line a steamer with greaseproof paper and spoon the cous cous inches.
- Place over chicken and steam for 10 minutes.
- Remove steamer, stir honey into chicken liquid and boil rapidly for 3-4 minutes. (At this point I stirred in 1 tsp of cornflour mixed with a little water to thicken the sauce).
- Serve chicken on top of couscous and pour over a little of the sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 772.6, Fat 26.2, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 100.4, Sodium 744.5, Carbohydrate 89.9, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 15.5, Protein 43.1
MOROCCAN CHICKEN COUSCOUS
This one-pot recipe features turmeric, which is related to ginger and gives the dish and other curries their distinctive yellow color. It's a hearty meal with an exotic fragrance to consider for your next dinner party.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Chicken Chicken Thighs
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, combine chicken, carrots, onions, tomatoes, chickpeas, stock, water, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, chili powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Break up the tomatoes with a spoon.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cover, and cook for 15 minutes. Add zucchini, and cook until chicken is cooked through, yet still tender, about 15 minutes more.
- Serve couscous in bowls. Spoon chicken, vegetables, and broth on top.
ONE-POT MOROCCAN CHICKEN
The flavors of Morocco in an easy one-pot chicken recipe.
Provided by margaretnewyork66
Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Pasta by Shape Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook onion until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken, tomatoes, carrots, celery, water, olives, raisins, ginger, salt, paprika, cumin, turmeric, oregano, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper; mix to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until chicken has cooked through and flavors have mingled, 25 to 35 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and garnish with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 39 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 940.2 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
Tips:
- Choose high-quality couscous. Look for couscous that is made with durum wheat and has a medium or coarse texture.
- Soak the couscous before cooking. This will help to rehydrate the couscous and make it light and fluffy.
- Use a flavorful broth. The broth is the base of the couscous, so make sure it is flavorful and well-seasoned.
- Add vegetables to the couscous. Vegetables add flavor, color, and nutrients to the couscous.
- Cook the couscous over low heat. This will help to prevent the couscous from sticking together and becoming mushy.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork before serving. This will help to separate the grains of couscous and make it light and fluffy.
Conclusion:
Moroccan couscous with chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. The combination of chicken, vegetables, and spices creates a complex and satisfying flavor that will please everyone at the table. The couscous is light and fluffy, and it soaks up all of the delicious broth. This dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.
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