Chicken Couscous With Raisins And Almonds Recipe

Name: Chicken Couscous With Raisins And Almonds Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. couscous; 6 chicken drumsticks, skinned and boned, the meat cut into 1-inch pcs; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon grnd cloves; 1/4 teaspoon grnd cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon grnd cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon grnd cumin; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1/4 c. raisins; 1 tbsp. safflower oil; 1 onion, finely minced; 4 garlic cloves, finely minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 c. unsalted chicken stock; 2 tbsp. slivered almonds

Servings: persons

1 c. couscous
6 chicken drumsticks, skinned and boned, the meat cut into 1-inch pcs
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon grnd cloves
1/4 teaspoon grnd cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon grnd cardamom
1/2 teaspoon grnd cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 c. raisins
1 tbsp. safflower oil
1 onion, finely minced
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 c. unsalted chicken stock
2 tbsp. slivered almonds

1
Put the chicken pcs in a bowl and sprinkle them with the cayenne pepper, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, cumin, and turmeric.
2
Toss the pcs to coat them with the spices.
3
Let them stand at room temperature for at least 30 min.
4
To prepare the couscous, combine it with the raisins in a bowl and pour in 1 c. of boiling water.
5
Cover the bowl and let stand for at least 5 min.
6
Heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat, tilting the pan to coat it proportionately.
7
Add in the onion and garlic and saute/fry them, stirring constantly, till the onion is translucent/soft, about 3 min.
8
Sprinkle the salt over the chicken and add in the pcs to the skillet.
9
Saute/fry, stirring frequently, till the chicken feels hard but springy to the touch, about 5 min.
10
Pour the stock over the chicken and bring the liquid to a boil.
11
Immediately drain the chicken and onions, reserving the liquid and the solids separately, and set them aside.
12
Fluff up the couscous and raisin mix with a fork and transfer it to a serving platter, hollowing out the center to create the couscous into the shape of a wreath.
13
Mound the chicken mix in the center of the wreath.
14
Drizzle the stock over all and top the dish with slivered almonds.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. couscous, 6 chicken drumsticks, skinned and boned, the meat cut into 1-inch pcs, 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/4 teaspoon grnd cloves, and more.

Yes, Chicken Couscous With Raisins And Almonds Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!