Description
A vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy couscous, and fresh vegetables to deliver a wholesome Mediterranean experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups couscous
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook couscous according to package instructions. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes.
- Add cherry tomatoes, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Combine cooked couscous with the chicken mixture, stirring well.
- Remove from heat and stir in cucumber, feta, and parsley.
- Serve warm, garnished with lemon wedges.
Notes
Ensure the chicken is cooked through but still moist. Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg