Chicken & Chickpea Couscous

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A fabulous meal is just a few minutes away!

Camille C.
Camille C.
695
Very easy

4 minutes

Prep time

17 minutes

Cook time

581 cal.

Per serving

Utensils

Stovetop, Frying pan, Knife

recipe

Chicken breast

Step 1

Pat the chicken dry. Cut the chicken into large chunks.

Chicken breast

Step 2

Heat a drizzle of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken to the pan. Stir & brown for 5-7 min. Season with salt & pepper. (Add a pinch of cayenne powder for a kick!)

Tomato purée
Chickpeas (canned)
Couscous
Cumin (ground)

Step 3

Add the tomato purée, couscous, chickpeas & cumin. Stir well to combine.

Raisins
Chicken broth

Step 4

Add the chicken stock or water with a bouillon cube (equal amounts liquid to couscous). Add in raisins (optional). Mix it all together. Reduce the heat to low, cover & simmer for 8-10 min. Once the chicken is fully cooked & the couscous has soaked up all the liquid, remove from the heat.

Cilantro (fresh)

Step 5

Serve garnished with cilantro (optional). Add a drizzle of olive oil. Enjoy!

Nutrition facts

Average estimated amount for one serving

Energy581 cal.
Fat12 g
Carbohydrates67 g
Protein49 g
Fiber7 g

Values are based on an average estimate for one serving. All nutrition information presented on Jow is intended for informational purposes only. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please consult with a health-care professional.

On average, one serving of the recipe "Chicken & Chickpea Couscous" contains 581 Energy, 12 g of Fat, 67 g of Carbohydrates, 49 g of Protein, 7 g of Fiber.

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Chicken & Chickpea Couscous