Chicken With Salsa And Couscous Recipe

Name: Chicken With Salsa And Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups hot cooked rice or 3 cups couscous; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/4 cup coarsely chopped almonds; 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic; 8 chicken thighs, preferably with skin removed; 1 cup thick 'n chunky salsa; 1/4 cup water; 3 -4 tablespoons dried currants (or to taste); 1 tablespoon honey; 3/4 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Servings: persons

3 cups hot cooked rice or 3 cups couscous
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup coarsely chopped almonds
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
8 chicken thighs, preferably with skin removed
1 cup thick 'n chunky salsa
1/4 cup water
3 -4 tablespoons dried currants (or to taste)
1 tablespoon honey
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1
While couscous or rice is cooking heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
2
Add in almonds; cook 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
3
Remove almonds from skillet with slotted spoon; set aside.
4
Add garlic; cook 30 seconds then add chicken and cook 4-5 minutes or until browned, turning once.
5
In a medium bowl, combine the salsa, and all remaining ingredients; mix well.
6
Add to chicken; mix well.
7
Reduce heat to medium; cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until fork-tender or until the juices run clear stirring occasionally.
8
Stir in almonds.
9
Serve chicken with cooked coucous or rice.

999

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups hot cooked rice or 3 cups couscous, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 cup coarsely chopped almonds, 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic, and more.

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

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken With Salsa And Couscous

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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