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Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl

Delicious Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl for Quick Dinners

A vibrant Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl, quick to prepare, customizable, and packed with flavor, ideal for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper omit for milder dish
  • 1 teaspoon Salt essential for balancing the spices
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder enhances flavor
For the Chicken and Sauce
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons Moroccan Spice Mix
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium options available
For the Couscous and Toppings
  • 1 cup Couscous can be substituted with quinoa
  • 1 medium Cucumber diced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 1 small Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt can substitute with sour cream or tahini
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • whisk
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by dicing the cucumber, halving the cherry tomatoes, thinly slicing the red onion, and chopping the fresh parsley. Set these prepped veggies aside in separate bowls.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon, paprika, ground ginger, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Mix well.
  3. In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of water and a pinch of salt to a rolling boil. Add the couscous and stir briefly. Cover and remove from heat, letting it steam for 5 minutes.
  4. Toss the chicken with the Moroccan spice mix and olive oil. Let marinate for about 10 minutes while heating your skillet.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Cook the marinated chicken in a single layer for about 5–7 minutes until golden brown, flipping once.
  6. Reduce heat to medium and stir in the tomato paste and chicken broth, scraping any flavorful bits from the skillet. Simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  7. Remove the lid from the couscous and fluff it with a fork.
  8. Divide the couscous into bowls, ladle the chicken and sauce over, and arrange fresh veggies around the chicken.
  9. Add dollops of Greek yogurt on top and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings or veggies.

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