Za'Atar Chicken With Orange Israeli Couscous Recipe

Name: Za'Atar Chicken With Orange Israeli Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, flattened to 1/2-inch thick; 1/4 cup za'atar spice mix; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 4 tablespoons olive oil or 4 tablespoons grapeseed oil, divided; 1/2 cup dry white wine (omit for non-alcoholic version); 1 cup chicken stock; 1 1/2 cups israeli couscous; 1/3 cup toasted pine nuts; 1 orange, peeled and segmented; 1 orange, juice and zest of; 1 teaspoon cumin seed, toasted and ground; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (NOT dried); Serve with; whole wheat pita bread; tzatziki; imported olive

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, flattened to 1/2-inch thick
1/4 cup za'atar spice mix
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
4 tablespoons olive oil or 4 tablespoons grapeseed oil, divided
1/2 cup dry white wine (omit for non-alcoholic version)
1 cup chicken stock
1 1/2 cups israeli couscous
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts
1 orange, peeled and segmented
1 orange, juice and zest of
1 teaspoon cumin seed, toasted and ground
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (NOT dried)
Serve with
whole wheat pita bread
tzatziki
imported olive

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper then rub the za'atar spice on both sides.
3
Heat up half the oil in a large saute pan and sear chicken well, approximately 4-5 minutes per side until browned on each side.
4
Transfer chicken breasts to oven-proof pan and keep warm. Do not allow the meat to dry out.
5
Return the skillet to the stove top and add the wine to deglaze; boil 1 minute.
6
Add the chicken stock and return to boil.
7
Immediately add the couscous. Cover skillet tightly and remove from heat.
8
Keep skillet covered 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
9
Meanwhile, in a bowl combine the reserved 2 tablespoons olive oil, orange juice, zest, cumin and cilantro.
10
Stir into the couscous, tossing in the pine nuts and orange segments. Fluff with a fork.
11
Season with salt and pepper to taste, if necessary.
12
Transfer the couscous to a platter and place the chicken breasts on top.
13
Serve with warm pita bread, tzatziki and imported olives.

566

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, flattened to 1/2-inch thick, 1/4 cup za'atar spice mix, salt, to taste, black pepper, to taste, and more.

Yes, Za'Atar Chicken With Orange Israeli 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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Za'Atar Chicken With Orange Israeli Couscous

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Variations & substitutions

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