MARRAKESH CHICKEN & COUSCOUS

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I love transforming boxed grains into dishes like this couscous worthy of Morocco. All it took was a little chicken, artichoke hearts and extra spice. -Devon Delaney, Westport, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-1/4-inch pieces
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 package (5.8 ounces) roasted garlic and olive oil couscous
Chopped smoked almonds, optional

Steps:

  • In a 6-qt. stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown chicken on both sides. Stir in tomatoes, artichoke hearts, lemon juice, preserves, salt, spices and seasoning packet from couscous; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes to allow flavors to develop and for chicken to cook through., Stir in couscous; remove from heat. Let stand, covered, 5 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 751mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Muhammad Ali israr
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the couscous was delicious. I would definitely make this again!


adham aser
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This dish was a delightful fusion of flavors. The chicken was succulent and juicy, while the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. The spices were perfectly balanced and the apricots and raisins added a touch of sweetness that complemented the savory fl


Jahzaria Stephens
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This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and the couscous was undercooked. I had to throw the whole thing away. I would not recommend this recipe.


Asad Ali Solangi
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The chicken is always tender and flavorful, and the couscous is cooked perfectly. I love the combination of spices and the sweetness of the apricots and raisins. This is a great recipe for a


Tochukwu destiny
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This recipe was a waste of time. The chicken was dry and the couscous was mushy. I would not recommend this recipe.


Noah Workley
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out bland. I think I needed to add more spices.


Endurance Arthur
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the couscous was cooked perfectly. I would make this again, but I would use less chili powder next time.


Chukwuebuka Innocent
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the couscous was delicious. I would definitely make this again!


Rana Kayyum
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This dish was a delightful fusion of flavors. I loved the combination of spices and the sweetness of the apricots and raisins. I will definitely be making this again!


Devi farrington
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and couscous, and I received several requests for the recipe.


Susan J Hartzler
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. I highly recommend it!


MLM Lovo
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This dish was a hit! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the couscous was cooked perfectly. The spices were delicious and the apricots and raisins added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make this again!


cammeron Roy
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Loved this recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. The spices were well balanced and the apricots and raisins added a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!


Abbejoy Abbaki
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the couscous was perfectly cooked. The combination of spices was perfect and the apricots and raisins added a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this again!


Priscilla Woode
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The chicken was moist and tender, and the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. The spices were perfectly balanced and the apricots and raisins added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely make


Lover Boy
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious. The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the couscous was cooked perfectly. I loved the combination of spices and the sweetness of the apricots and raisins. I will definitely be making


Renu begum
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I'm not a huge fan of couscous, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I was pleasantly surprised. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the couscous was light and fluffy. The spices were also very well balanced. I would definitely make this agai


Stacey Skowronski
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This dish was a delightful fusion of flavors. The chicken was succulent and juicy, while the couscous was fluffy and flavorful. The spices were perfectly balanced, and the apricots and raisins added a touch of sweetness that complemented the savory f


Steven Smith
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the chicken and couscous, and I received several compliments on my cooking. The recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing. I highly recommend this recipe!


Amber Houston
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This recipe was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the couscous was perfectly cooked. I loved the combination of spices and the sweetness of the apricots and raisins. I will definitely be making this again and again!