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Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl

Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl: Quick, Flavorful Delight

Enjoy the Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl, a delicious fusion of flavors ready in under an hour, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast cut into chunks
  • 1 tablespoon Moroccan Spice Mix adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or avocado oil
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste use quality brands
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth low-sodium recommended
For the Base
  • 1 cup Couscous or quinoa for gluten-free
For the Fresh Toppings
  • 1 Cucumber or bell pepper
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes or diced regular tomatoes
  • 1 small Red Onion or shallots/green onions
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley or cilantro

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prep vegetables by dicing cucumber, halving cherry tomatoes, and slicing red onion. Chop fresh parsley for garnish.
  2. Mix Moroccan spice blend in a bowl and set aside.
  3. Cook couscous in boiling salted water, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Season chicken with olive oil and Moroccan spice mix, tossing to coat evenly.
  5. Sear chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Make the sauce by adding tomato paste and chicken broth to the chicken, simmering for 5-7 minutes.
  7. Fluff couscous with a fork after resting.
  8. Assemble bowls by placing couscous first, followed by the chicken mixture and toppings.
  9. Garnish with Greek yogurt and parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is versatile, allowing for customizable toppings and can be meal prepped for the week ahead.

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