Apricot Almond Couscous with Chicken
This recipe makes 4 servings
Nutritional Info |
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|---|---|
| PER SERVING: about | - |
| cal | 669 |
| pro | 44 g |
| total fat | 22 g |
| sat. fat | 2 g |
| carb | 73 g |
| fibre | 6 g |
| chol | 84 mg |
| sodium | 378 mg |
| % RDI: | - |
| calcium | 8 |
| iron | 29 |
| vit A | 18 |
| vit C | 37 |
| folate | 27 |
Having a selection of dried spices on hand brings flavours from around the world to your table. For example, this salad features a Moroccan-inspired, pantry-friendly combination of dried fruit, nuts, couscous and spices, plus chicken from the freezer.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1-1/2 cups couscous
- 2/3 cup dried apricots, cut_in strips
- 1 tsp grated orange rind
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 4 wedges lemons
- 4 wedges oranges
Preparation
In bowl, combine 2 tbsp (25 mL) of the oil, cumin, coriander, turmeric, half of the salt, the cinnamon and pepper; set aside 1 tbsp (15 mL) for couscous. Add chicken to remainder; toss to coat.
Place chicken on greased grill over medium-high heat; close lid and cook, turning once, until no longer pink inside, about 12 minutes. (Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.)
Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine couscous and apricots; add 1-1/2 cups (375 mL) boiling water. Let stand for 5 minutes; fluff with fork.
Whisk together orange rind and juice, remaining oil and reserved spice mixture. Using fork, mix into couscous along with almonds, parsley and remaining salt. (Make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.)
Divide salad among plates. Slice chicken crosswise into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick slices; place on salad. Serve with lemon and orange wedges.
Additional information :
Substitution: Use quartered dried dates or golden raisins instead of the apricots, and 4 salmon fillets (about 1-1/2 lb/750 g total) instead of the chicken breasts.
- Keywords : Main Course; Chicken; Apricots; Grill/Barbecue; Couscous;









