Chicken Couscous
The ultimate comfort food, Chicken Couscous is an easy weeknight dinner that’s packed with flavor. Juicy chicken, fluffy couscous, and vibrant vegetables come together in one pot for a satisfying meal. Make it tonight for a delicious family dinner!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
- Chef's Knife
- Baking Sheet
- Cutting Board
- Large Pot
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper diced
- 1/2 cup zucchini diced
- 1/2 cup red onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup couscous
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the chicken is well coated.
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion. Cook until the vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the couscous to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Return the browned chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the couscous mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the couscous has absorbed the broth.
- Remove from the oven and fluff the couscous with a fork. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Tip 2: Yes, you can freeze this dish! Just cool it completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container.
- Tip 3: Serve alongside a fresh salad or warm bread.
- Tip 4: Consider adding fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor.
- Tip 5: For a bit of heat, try adding crushed red pepper flakes.