Quick Curried Chicken and Couscous
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Quick Curried Chicken and Couscous recipe—a vibrant, hearty meal ready in just 30 minutes! Tender chicken breast is simmered in a creamy, aromatic coconut curry sauce spiced with curry powder, cumin, and turmeric for bold, warming flavors. Paired with fluffy couscous that soaks up every drop of the savory sauce, this dish delivers a satisfying blend of textures and tastes. Perfect for busy evenings, this one-pan wonder minimizes cleanup while offering maximum flavor. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a bright, herbaceous finish, and serve this delightful curried chicken creation warm for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 teaspoons Curry powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 400 milliliters Coconut milk
- 250 milliliters Chicken broth
- 200 grams Couscous
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.
Sprinkle the curry powder, ground cumin, and turmeric over the onions and garlic. Stir well to coat the ingredients with the spices, cooking for 1 minute to release their aromas.
Add the chicken pieces to the pan and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
Stir in the tomato paste, followed by the coconut milk and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 7-8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
While the curry simmers, prepare the couscous. Place the couscous in a large heatproof bowl and pour 250 milliliters of boiling water over it. Cover the bowl tightly with a lid or foil and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and transfer it to serving plates or a serving dish.
Spoon the curried chicken over the couscous and garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Quick Curried Chicken and Couscous!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.5 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 5145 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 169.3 g | 339% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2538 mg | 54% | |
*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.
