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One Pan Lemon Chicken and Couscous
A flavorful and easy one-pan dish combining tender lemon-seasoned chicken with toasted couscous and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 shallot shallot, diced
- 3 garlic cloves garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups dried pearl couscous
- 2.25 cups chicken stock
- 1 lemon lemon, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh herbs (parsley, chives, cilantro)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, and lemon zest.
- Brown chicken in olive oil, then transfer to a plate.
- Cook shallots and garlic in butter, toast couscous with lemon zest, then add chicken stock and return chicken to pan.
- Cover and cook for 15 minutes, then fluff couscous and garnish with herbs and lemon slices.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and adjust lemon slices to taste.