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Mediterranean Chicken Couscous Bowl for Easy Weeknight Bliss

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful and quick Mediterranean-inspired chicken couscous bowl perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

Spice Mix

  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 cups chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp Moroccan spice mix
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 1 cup cucumber
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 2 cup red onion
  • 1 2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 4 cup fresh parsley

Instructions 

  • Wash and dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion. Chop parsley.
  • Mix cinnamon, paprika, ginger, nutmeg, cayenne, and salt in a bowl.
  • Boil water, add couscous, cover, and steam for 5 minutes.
  • Sauté chicken with olive oil and Moroccan spice mix for 6-8 minutes. Add tomato paste and cook 1 minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth, simmer 5-7 minutes. Serve couscous topped with chicken, vegetables, yogurt, and parsley.

Notes

Adjust spice levels to taste and serve immediately for best flavor.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Chicken, couscous, Quick