Moroccan honey chicken with couscous
Discover the rich flavors of Moroccan cuisine with this delightful Honey Chicken with Couscous recipe. Perfectly spiced chicken breasts are complemented with a blend of almonds, pine nuts, and dried apricots served over fluffy couscous. Quick, easy, and irresistibly delicious!
- 14 May 2024
- Cook time 5 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Moroccan Honey Chicken with Couscous is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors. This dish combines tender chicken breasts coated in a honey-spice mix with fluffy couscous, crunchy nuts, and sweet dried apricots. It's a perfect meal that brings the flavors of Moroccan cuisine to your kitchen.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix together the honey and Moroccan spice mix until well combined.
- Coat the chicken breasts with the honey-spice mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and apply a short spray of cooking oil.
- Once the skillet is hot, add the coated chicken breasts.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the couscous according to the package instructions.
- Typically, this involves boiling water, adding the couscous, covering, and letting it steam for about 5-10 minutes. Once cooked, fluff the couscous with a fork.
- Using the same skillet (wipe it clean if necessary), toast the almonds and pine nuts over medium heat until they are golden and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Chop the dried apricots into small, bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked couscous, toasted almonds, pine nuts, and chopped dried apricots. Mix well to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.
- Slice the rested chicken breasts into strips.
- Serve the chicken over a bed of the couscous mixture.
- Drizzle any remaining juices from the skillet over the dish for extra flavor.
Tips:
- Toast the almonds and pine nuts in a dry pan until golden brown to enhance their flavor and crunch.
- Use kitchen scissors to easily cut the dried apricots into small pieces.
- After cooking the couscous, fluff it with a fork to prevent it from clumping together.
- Marinate the chicken in the honey-spice mix for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
- For added flavor, cook the couscous in chicken broth instead of water.
This Moroccan Honey Chicken with Couscous is an easy-to-make, delicious, and nutritious meal that will impress your family and friends. The combination of tender chicken, sweet honey, and fragrant spices paired with couscous and nuts creates a satisfying and exotic dish. Enjoy the rich flavors and textures of Moroccan cuisine right at home.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 270 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 430kcal | 17% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 44g | 29% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 30g | 9% |
| Fiber 3.69g | 10% |
| Sugar 13g | 13% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 15g | 17% |
| Saturated 1.72g | 6% |
| Cholesterol 120mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 50ug | 5% |
| Choline 150mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B1 0.25mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 0.46mg | 35% |
| Vitamin B3 18mg | 113% |
| Vitamin B6 1.46mg | 86% |
| Vitamin B9 33ug | 8% |
| Vitamin B12 0.36ug | 15% |
| Vitamin C 0.26mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 5mg | 34% |
| Vitamin K 4.68ug | 4% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 50mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.35mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 2.14mg | 19% |
| Magnesium, Mg 100mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus, P 480mg | 38% |
| Potassium, K 940mg | 28% |
| Selenium, Se 54ug | 101% |
| Sodium, Na 80mg | 5% |
| Zinc, Zn 2.18mg | 20% |
| Water | |
| Water 170g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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