MIDDLE EASTERN CHICKEN POT AND BUTTER-NUT COUSCOUS

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This recipe jumps with flavor and smells awesome! An easy, 30 min meal from Rachael Ray. My family loved this!!!

Provided by Chill

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (chopped into bite-sized pieces)
1 onion, thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup shredded carrot
1 fresh bay leaf (I used dried)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
1 pinch ground cinnamon
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup chopped dried fruits (I used dates and apricots)
1 lemon, juice and zest of
3/4 cup pitted mixed olive, chopped
4 cups chicken stock, divided
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons pine nuts
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1 1/2 cups couscous
chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat oil over medium-high heat and add chicken. Brown 3-4 minutes on each side. Drain leaving a small amount of oil in pan.
  • Add onions, garlic, carrots, bay leaf and season with spices, salt and pepper to pan. Cook 5-6 minutes.
  • Stir in fruits, add lemon zest, olives and 2 1/2 c stock.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes. Sprinkle with lemon juice and turn off heat. Remove bay leaf.
  • While chicken simmers, melt butter in sauce pan over medium heat.
  • Add nuts and lightly toast for a few minutes.
  • Add 1 1/2 c stock and bring up to a boil then stir in couscous. Stir and cover. Let stand 5 minute.
  • Serve chicken over couscous and garnish with parsley.
  • This rocks!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 841.3, Fat 39.5, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 164.1, Sodium 779, Carbohydrate 70, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 7.1, Protein 51.1

Chelsea Rogers
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This dish is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


MD Rina
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were very well-balanced.


Bisrat Melaku
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The flavors are amazing.


Raufah Mutoni
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I didn't have any butternut squash on hand, so I used sweet potatoes instead. It turned out great!


Mohamed Abd elstar
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I found that the sauce was a bit too thick for my taste. I added a little bit of water to thin it out and it was perfect.


Youssef Galal
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaining!


Phaddi Paddington
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables.


EndingRetrograde
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion dinner. It's easy to make and the presentation is beautiful.


Jaden Tatenda
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of chicken and butternut squash, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together and the dish was very satisfying.


Najatbirds Style
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This recipe is a delightful fusion of Middle Eastern flavors and textures. The chicken was tender and juicy, the butternut squash added a sweet and nutty flavor, the couscous was fluffy and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and satisfying.