Leek"Y" Chicken And Couscous Recipe

Name: Leek"Y" Chicken And Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chicken stock; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup golden raisin, chopped; 1 1/2 cups couscous; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders, cut into large bite-size pieces; salt; black pepper; 2 medium leeks (or 1 large leek); 1 cup dry white wine; 2 -3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup golden raisin, chopped
1 1/2 cups couscous
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 lbs chicken tenders, cut into large bite-size pieces
salt
black pepper
2 medium leeks (or 1 large leek)
1 cup dry white wine
2 -3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

1
Heat chicken stock and 1 tablespoon butter in a medium pot with a tight-fitting lid.
2
When the liquid boils, add in the raisins and couscous; remove pan from heat.
3
Stir the couscous and place the lid on the pot; let stand.
4
Heat a large nonstick skillet over med-high heat; add in the olive oil.
5
Add the chicken in a single layer and season it with salt and pepper.
6
While the chicken browns on all sides, trim the rough tops and the root ends off the leeks.
7
Cut the leeks in half lengthwise, then cut them into 1-inch half moons.
8
Place the leeks in a colander and run them under cold water.
9
Separate the layers to release the dirt and grit; rinse well, then drain well.
10
Add the leeks to the chicken and wilt 2-3 minutes.
11
Add in the wine and let it cook down by half, 3-4 minutes.
12
The leeks should still have some color but should be tender and the chicken should be cooked through.
13
Add in the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and swirl into the sauce.
14
Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in the parsley.
15
Place a bed of couscous on each dinner plate; top with chicken and leeks.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1 1/2 cups chicken stock, 2 tablespoons butter, 1/4 cup golden raisin, chopped, 1 1/2 cups couscous, and more.

Yes, Leek"Y" Chicken And 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.

Leek"Y" Chicken And Couscous

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