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Moroccan Chicken Couscous Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and colorful dish combining spiced chicken, fluffy couscous, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 pounds Boneless skinless chicken breast (chopped to bite sizes)

Spices

  • 1.5 tablespoons Moroccan spice mix (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/4 cup Tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 3/4 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Dry couscous
  • 1.5 cups Water or broth to cook the couscous
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (cut into quarters)
  • 1 red onion sliced or diced
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chopped parsley
  • 1.5 tablespoons Ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Sea Salt

Instructions 

  • Bring 1.5 cups of water or broth to a boil, stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Fluff after steaming.
  • Mix all spices to make Moroccan spice mix or use store-bought.
  • Season chicken with spice mix and 1 tablespoon oil, then cook in a skillet for 3-4 minutes until browned.
  • Add tomato paste and broth to chicken, cook until sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and onion in a bowl. Divide couscous, chicken, and veggies into bowls, top with parsley and Greek yogurt. Serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast spices before mixing or add a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Moroccan
Keyword: chicken, couscous, spices