WINE-POACHED CHICKEN WITH CHARMOULA

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Charmoula is a spicy Moroccan marinade that typically contains paprika, cumin, and garlic. The turmeric turns the couscous the color of the brilliant summer sun. For serving, spread the couscous on the plate in a sunburst.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups dry white wine
4 whole sprigs of fresh cilantro
6 whole black peppercorns
Two 8-ounce whole chicken breasts
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
1/3 cup tomato juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 cups Chicken Stock, or low sodium-canned, fat skimmed
1 cup couscous
1/2 teaspoon turmeric

Steps:

  • In a high-sided frying pan or braiser, combine the wine, cilantro, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer. Add the chicken and poach, turning once, about 12 to 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove to a cutting board to rest.
  • Meanwhile, bring the stock to a boil. Add the couscous, stir, and bring to a second boil. Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand 5 minutes. Stir in the turmeric.
  • Combine the charmoula ingredients in a small bowl. Cut the chicken breasts in half. Divide the couscous among 4 dinner plates and arrange chicken breasts on top. Serve each with 1/4 cup of the charmoula.

Yassinos Yassine
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken was overcooked. I think I'll try it again with a lower cooking temperature.


Christy emmanuel ileogbunam
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The chicken was a little dry, but the sauce was delicious.


Johnny Patrick
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make and the results are stunning.


Ajith kantha
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is amazing.


Ayomide Temilayo
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This dish is a keeper! It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Jameelkhan Khan
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The chicken was so tender and flavorful. I loved the combination of flavors in the sauce.


Md alamin Hossen
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the chicken and the sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


Geoffrey Olwoch Ongom
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Neeraj Jaiswal
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken, but this dish changed my mind. The wine poaching method made the chicken so moist and juicy, and the charmoula sauce added a delicious depth of flavor.


Aleesha Zahid
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.