Moroccan Chicken Couscous Bowl
A flavorful and colorful dish combining spiced chicken, fluffy couscous, and fresh vegetables for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.5 pounds Boneless skinless chicken breast (chopped to bite sizes)
- 1 tablespoon Moroccan spice mix (store bought or homemade)
- 0.25 Cup Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or avocado oil)
- 0.75 Cup Chicken Broth (or vegetable broth)
- to taste Salt and pepper
Grains
- 1 Cup Dry couscous
- 1.5 Cup Water or broth (to cook the couscous)
Vegetables
- 1 Cucumber Cucumber (diced)
- 1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes (cut into quarters)
- 1 Red Onion Red Onion (sliced or diced)
Dairy & Herbs
- 0.33 Cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Bring 1.5 cups of water or broth to a boil, then stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Fluff after steaming.
- Mix Moroccan spices in a bowl. Season chicken with spice mix and 1 tablespoon oil, then cook in a skillet until browned and cooked through, about 7 minutes.
- Add tomato paste and broth to the chicken, simmer until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Prepare veggie salad with cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss to combine.
- Divide couscous, chicken, and veggies into bowls. Top with chopped parsley and a dollop of Greek yogurt. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
You can prepare the spice mix in advance for extra flavor.