Couscous and Curried Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Couscous and Curried Chicken recipe—a perfect harmony of bold spices, creamy coconut milk, and hearty chicken thighs served over fluffy couscous. This dish combines the aromatic allure of curry powder, cumin, and ginger with the richness of coconut milk, creating a luscious sauce that tenderizes the chicken to perfection. Quick-cooking couscous soaks up every drop of the sauce, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of cilantro add a bright, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this wholesome, one-skillet wonder is ideal for busy nights when you crave a comforting, globally-inspired meal. Perfect for fans of easy chicken curry, simple couscous recipes, and flavorful weeknight dinners!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup couscous
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Season the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and nearly cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Add the diced onion to the same skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of curry powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground ginger. Cook for 1 minute to release the spices' aroma.
Pour in the coconut milk and 1 cup of chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked, and the sauce has thickened slightly.
While the chicken is simmering, prepare the couscous. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Remove from heat, stir in the couscous, cover tightly, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Once the chicken is done, stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and taste the sauce, adjusting the seasoning if needed.
Serve the curried chicken over a bed of couscous and garnish with 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.5 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 7700 mg | 335% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.3 g | ||
| Protein | 116.2 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1801 mg | 38% | |
*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.
