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Chef's Special: Moroccan Couscous with Spiced Chicken Breast

A deliciously fragrant Moroccan meal full of color, flavor, and healthy ingredients. This Couscous with Spiced Chicken Breast is a true Chef's Special. With the enticing mix of spices, juicy meat, and soft couscous, you will surely impress your guests. But no stress! It's easier than it sounds.

Prep time
60 min
Difficulty
Gemiddeld
Servings
4

Ingredients

  • chicken breasts
  • 200 grams couscous
  • red bell pepper
  • zucchini
  • carrots
  • tablespoons olive oil
  • teaspoons cumin
  • teaspoons paprika
  • teaspoon turmeric
  •  Salt and pepper to taste
  •  Fresh cilantro for garnish
Nutrition facts
kcal 550
protein 40g
fat 20g
carbs 50g

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut the chicken breasts into pieces and marinate in a mixture of olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, cut the vegetables into pieces.
  3. 3 Prepare the couscous according to the instructions on the package. You got this!
  4. 4 Heat a little oil in a pan and fry the marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. 5 Add the vegetables to the pan and cook until soft.
  6. 6 Serve the couscous with the chicken and vegetables. Garnish with fresh cilantro. Enjoy your meal!