INSTANT POT® PICCATA ISRAELI COUSCOUS

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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

Efen Ndunge
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it over mashed potatoes or pasta.


Layla Lloyd
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This is a great recipe for a potluck. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it over rice or pasta.


BD VAXIN
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it over mashed potatoes or pasta.


durga dukhi
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it over pasta or rice.


AR ASIF AHEMED
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it over rice or pasta.


Mohamed Sifnas
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so delicious. I usually serve it over mashed potatoes or pasta.


Mansoor Bhatti
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The Israeli couscous was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again!


bb loli
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This dish is a hit with my family! The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is so flavorful. The Israeli couscous is also a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight mea


Stephanie hawkins
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I usually serve it over rice, but I'm definitely going to try it with Israeli couscous next time.


Basit Rasoil
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it over pasta or rice.


mominur islam
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is so flavorful. I love serving it over rice or pasta.


Tanja Alvarez
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so delicious. I love serving it over mashed potatoes or pasta.


Fasil Abreha
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is so flavorful. I usually serve it over rice, but I'm definitely going to try it with Israeli couscous next time.


Frp Waziristan
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. The Israeli couscous was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again!


Mosa Motsumi
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was so flavorful. The Israeli couscous was also a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.


Barki Barki
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook chicken, and this recipe definitely delivered. The piccata sauce was amazing, and the Israeli couscous was a great choice for a side dish. I'll be making this again for sure!


Annie Heard
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This recipe was so easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was tangy and flavorful. I served it over Israeli couscous, which was the perfect accompaniment. Will definitely be making this again!