Spiced Chicken & Couscous Recipe

Name: Spiced Chicken & Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups fat-free chicken broth; 2 cups water; 14-½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1 ⅓ cups couscous; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes; 3 zucchini (medium or large cut into strips, see preparation notes below); 2 carrots, cut into 3 inch strips; ¼ cup currants or ¼ cup dark raisin; 3 tablespoons blanched slivered almonds; 1 ½ teaspoons cumin; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon ginger; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon coriander; ½ teaspoon black pepper

Servings: persons

3 cups fat-free chicken broth
2 cups water
14-½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 ⅓ cups couscous
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
3 zucchini (medium or large cut into strips, see preparation notes below)
2 carrots, cut into 3 inch strips
¼ cup currants or ¼ cup dark raisin
3 tablespoons blanched slivered almonds
1 ½ teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon coriander
½ teaspoon black pepper

1
To prepare the zucchini, cut into 3 inch logs and split lengthwise in halves.
2
Trim out the soft seeded center.
3
Cut the halves lengthwise into strips about 1/2 inch thick on the outside.
4
For color variation, you can replace one of the zucchini with a yellow summer squash.
5
Mix together the spices in a small bowl.
6
Sprinkle 1/3 of the spice blend and rub into the chicken cubes.
7
In a large saucepan bring the water, broth, hot sauce to a boil.
8
Add in the remaining spice blend.
9
Reduce to a high simmer and cook 3 minutes.
10
Place the couscous in a covered bowl along with the lemon juice.
11
Add 1 1/3 cups of the hot spiced broth from the saucepan and cover.
12
Let it sit until you are ready to serve.
13
Add the chicken and carrots to the simmering broth and cook for 3 minutes.
14
Add the zucchini and cook an additional 2 minutes.
15
(I like my squash fairly crisp, if you prefer it more tender then add it a bit earlier.
16
Just make sure the total cooking time is the same.)
17
Add the currants or raisins and cook for a final minute.
18
Using a fork fluff the couscous and place the grains on a serving plate.
19
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken, veggies and raisins to the top of the couscous.
20
(Alternately, you can shape the couscous in a ring and place the meat and vegetables in the center.
21
).
22
Sprinkle almonds on top.
23
Serve the spicy broth alongside.
24
If you like a thicker sauce, quickly whisk in a bit of cornstarch or arrowroot into the broth and bring to a quick boil for a minute to thicken.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups fat-free chicken broth, 2 cups water, 14-½ teaspoon hot pepper sauce, 1 ⅓ cups couscous, and more.

Yes, Spiced Chicken & 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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Spiced Chicken & Couscous

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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