Mushroom Chicken with Couscous Oamc
Elevate weeknight dinners with this Mushroom Chicken with Couscous OAMC (Once-A-Month Cooking) recipe, a perfect blend of convenience and gourmet flavors. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned with paprika and seared to golden perfection before simmering in an herby mushroom broth, creating a savory, flavor-packed meal. Fluffy couscous soaks up the rich broth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this meal is ideal for busy families and can be prepped ahead for freezer-friendly storage, making it a time-saving hero for meal planning. Whether served fresh or reheated, this dish delivers restaurant-quality taste in every bite. Perfect keywords: mushroom chicken recipe, couscous dinner ideas, OAMC chicken recipes, easy freezer meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 cups Mushrooms
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup Couscous
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Parsley
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with the 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 sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown (chicken does not need to cook through at this stage). Remove the chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the diced onion for 2-3 minutes until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for 5 minutes until they release their moisture and brown slightly.
Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the dried thyme. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, cover with a lid, and let them simmer on low heat for 10-12 minutes or until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
Remove the chicken breasts once more and set aside. Stir in the couscous, cover the skillet, and turn off the heat. Let the mixture sit for 5-7 minutes until the couscous absorbs the broth.
Fluff the couscous with a fork. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the couscous and serve with the chicken breasts on top.
To freeze for OAMC: Allow the entire dish to cool completely. Divide into meal-sized portions in freezer-safe containers or bags. Label and freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and microwave until heated through.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.1 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 413 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 5833 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.2 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.3 g | ||
| Protein | 161.5 g | 323% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 3704 mg | 79% | |
*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.
