Chicken Thighs & Couscous Recipe

Name: Chicken Thighs & Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. Kraft Calorie-Wise Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing; 1 zucchini, finely chopped; 1 red pepper, finely chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 3/4 cup Cracker Barrel Shredded Light 4 Cheese Italiano Cheese, divided; 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (1 lb./450 g); 2 Tbsp. Miracle Whip Calorie-Wise Spread Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07; 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard; 1 cup 25%-less-sodium chicken broth; 2/3 cup whole wheat couscous, uncooked

Servings: persons

3 Tbsp. Kraft Calorie-Wise Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
1 zucchini, finely chopped
1 red pepper, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
3/4 cup Cracker Barrel Shredded Light 4 Cheese Italiano Cheese, divided
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (1 lb./450 g)
2 Tbsp. Miracle Whip Calorie-Wise Spread Family Dollar $3.50 thru 02/07
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 cup 25%-less-sodium chicken broth
2/3 cup whole wheat couscous, uncooked

1
Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Heat vinaigrette in large skillet on medium heat.
3
Add vegetables and garlic; cook 3 to 5 min.
4
or until crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.
5
Reserve 1 cup vegetable mixture.
6
Stir 1/2 cup cheese into remaining vegetable mixture.
7
Place chicken between 2 sheets of plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness.
8
Top each thigh with 2 Tbsp.
9
vegetable mixture; roll up.
10
Secure with wooden toothpicks or tie with string.
11
Place on wire rack set on rimmed baking sheet.
12
Mix Miracle Whip and mustard; brush onto chicken.
13
Bake 40 to 50 min.
14
or until chicken is done (170 degrees F).
15
Meanwhile, bring chicken broth to boil in medium saucepan.
16
Stir in couscous and reserved vegetables.
17
Remove from heat.
18
Let stand 5 min.
19
Serve couscous with chicken.
20
Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

560

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 Tbsp. Kraft Calorie-Wise Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, 1 zucchini, finely chopped, 1 red pepper, finely chopped, 1 small onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Thighs & Couscous 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.

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Chicken Thighs & Couscous

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