Chicken With Peppers, Broccolini, And Basil Recipe

Name: Chicken With Peppers, Broccolini, And Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 pound broccolini, stems trimmed; 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat couscous; 3 teaspoons peanut oil, divided; 2 large red bell peppers, cut into 1/4-inch pieces, divided; 1 large onion, sliced; 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, divided; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn and divided; 3 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted

Servings: persons

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Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add broccolini; cook 3 minutes or until tender. Add 2 cups cooking water and couscous to bowl; cover and let stand 15 minutes. Drain broccolini; transfer to plate.
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Place wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; add 1 1/2 teaspoons oil. Cook pepper, onion, and garlic, stirring, 4 minutes. Transfer to bowl; cover.
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Add remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to wok; cook chicken 4 minutes, stirring, or until almost cooked through. Add 1 tablespoon vinegar; cook 1 minute more or until chicken is cooked through.
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Uncover couscous; stir in remaining 1 tablespoon vinegar and half of basil.
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Top platter with peppers, chicken, broccolini, almonds, and remaining basil. Serve with couscous.
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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 pound broccolini, stems trimmed, 1 1/2 cups whole-wheat couscous, 3 teaspoons peanut oil, divided, 2 large red bell peppers, cut into 1/4-inch pieces, divided, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Peppers, Broccolini, And Basil 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 With Peppers, Broccolini, And Basil

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