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Chef's Special: Moroccan Couscous with Grilled Chicken and Vegetables

A flavorful, spicy, and surprisingly easy to prepare dish that will transport you straight to the vibrant souks of Morocco. The combination of lightly spicy grilled chicken, sweet raisins, and fluffy couscous make this dish a delight for your taste buds. And the best part? You only need one pan, so less dishes to clean!

Preparation Time
60 min
Difficulty
Gemiddeld
Servings
4

Ingredients

  • 400 grams chicken breast
  • 200 grams couscous
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 carrot
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 50 grams raisins
  •  Salt and pepper to taste
  •  Fresh coriander for garnish
Nutritional Facts
Fat 15g
Kcal 535
Protein 35g
Carbs 65g

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut the chicken breast into cubes and marinate with turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, pepper, salt, and a tablespoon of olive oil. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, dice the bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot.
  3. 3 Heat the remaining olive oil in a large pan and cook the chicken until golden brown.
  4. 4 Add the diced vegetables and cook until soft.
  5. 5 Add the couscous and raisins, along with 400 ml of water. Stir well and reduce the heat.
  6. 6 Cover the pan and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes until the couscous is cooked.
  7. 7 Stir the dish well and garnish with fresh coriander. Enjoy your delicious Moroccan meal!