Grilled Spiced-Chicken on Golden Couscous Recipe

Name: Grilled Spiced-Chicken on Golden Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; ¼ teaspoon white pepper; ¼ teaspoon powdered coriander; ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon powdered clove; ¼ teaspoon dried lemon peel; ½ teaspoon dried parsley; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; ½ teaspoon minced ginger paste; ½ teaspoon freshly grated orange peel; 2 skinless chicken breasts; 1 tablespoon slivered almonds; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small red bell pepper (julienned); 10 fresh arugula leaves; black sesame seed (cracked); 1 cup water; ¼ cup freshly-squeezed orange juice; 1 cup uncooked couscous; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon dried parsley

Servings: persons

¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon white pepper
¼ teaspoon powdered coriander
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon powdered clove
¼ teaspoon dried lemon peel
½ teaspoon dried parsley
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon minced ginger paste
½ teaspoon freshly grated orange peel
2 skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon slivered almonds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small red bell pepper (julienned)
10 fresh arugula leaves
black sesame seed (cracked)
1 cup water
¼ cup freshly-squeezed orange juice
1 cup uncooked couscous
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon dried parsley

1
Mix cumin, cayenne, white pepper, coriander, cinnamon, clove, lemon peel, and 1/2 teaspoon parsley together, set aside.
2
Pour olive oil, soy sauce, ginger, and orange peel in a ziplock-style plastic bag, and add dried spice mixture.
3
Close and thoroughly combine.
4
Reopen and add chicken, close bag and thoroughly coat chicken.
5
Place in refrigerator for at least 1 hour to marinade.
6
About 20 minutes prior to serving, begin grilling chicken.
7
(Exact time may differ depending on size of breasts and style of grill - this was cooked on an indoor gas grill).
8
About 10 minutes prior to chicken being completely cooked, bring water to boil.
9
After boiling, combine water and orange juice with couscous according to directions on package - (takes about 5 minutes standing time for couscous to be ready).
10
Meanwhile, toast almond slivers in small pan.
11
Remove from pan, then set aside.
12
Using same small frying pan, lightly saute red peppers in 1 tablespoon olive oil remove from heat and set aside.
13
Thoroughly mix cooked couscous, butter, turmeric, and 1 tablespoon parsley.
14
Line serving plate with a flat layer of couscous.
15
Remove chicken from grill, slice into strips, toss with arugula and red bell pepper.
16
Place on top of couscous layer.
17
Top with almond slivers and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

250

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ teaspoon cumin, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ¼ teaspoon white pepper, ¼ teaspoon powdered coriander, and more.

Yes, Grilled Spiced-Chicken on Golden 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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Grilled Spiced-Chicken on Golden Couscous

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