Chicken and Veggie Couscous
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and wholesome Chicken and Veggie Couscous recipe! Featuring tender, spiced chicken breasts paired with a medley of sautéed vegetables and fluffy couscous, this dish offers a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. A fragrant blend of cumin, paprika, and garlic enhances the savory elements, while a squeeze of fresh lemon adds a zesty finish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this one-pan wonder is ideal for busy nights and perfect for meal prep. Garnished with fresh parsley, this colorful dish is as beautiful as it is delicious—serve it warm for a satisfying family meal that’s packed with healthy, vibrant ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 piece Red bell pepper
- 1 piece Zucchini
- 1 piece Carrot
- 1 cup Couscous
- 1.25 cups Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 piece Lemon
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Mince the garlic and add it to the skillet, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Dice the red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot into small pieces. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes until slightly tender.
In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the couscous. Cover with a lid and let sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and add it to the skillet with the vegetables. Stir well to combine.
Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips and place them on top of the couscous mixture.
Finely chop the parsley and sprinkle it over the dish. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the top for added freshness.
Serve warm and enjoy your Chicken and Veggie Couscous!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.4 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 501 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 31.3 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 613 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
