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EASY Moroccan Chicken Couscous Bowl

Moroccan Chicken Couscous Bowl combines spiced chicken with fluffy couscous.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Moroccan-inspired

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Couscous Bowls

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Moroccan spice mix
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil divided
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup dry couscous
  • 1 1/2 cups water or broth
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1 red onion sliced or diced
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

For the Moroccan Spice Mix

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions
 

  • Bring 1 1/2 cups of lightly salted water or broth to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in the couscous, cover with a lid, and immediately remove from the heat.
  • Leave the couscous covered to steam while you prepare the chicken. Once tender, fluff the grains gently with a fork.
  • To make the spice blend, combine the cinnamon, smoked paprika, ginger, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and sea salt in a small bowl. Alternatively, use your favorite store-bought Moroccan spice blend.
  • Place the chopped chicken in a large bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of the Moroccan spice mix and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss until every piece is evenly coated.
  • Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it begins to brown.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and 3/4 cup chicken broth. Continue cooking for about 5–7 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Season with salt and black pepper as needed.
  • Toss the diced cucumber, quartered cherry tomatoes, and red onion together in a bowl.
  • Divide the fluffy couscous between four serving bowls. Add the fresh vegetables and saucy Moroccan chicken.
  • Finish each Moroccan Chicken Couscous Bowl with Greek yogurt and chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm.

Notes

Chicken thighs can replace chicken breast if you prefer darker, juicier meat; just make sure they are fully cooked before serving.