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Harissa Chicken with Couscous

Spicy harissa-coated chicken served over fluffy couscous with roasted peppers and tomatoes, finished with fresh herbs and lemon. A quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
35g
Harissa Chicken with Couscous
comfortingweeknightMoroccanNorth Africandairy-freechickentenderfluffy

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb chicken thighs
  • 3 tbsp harissa paste
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 2 bell peppers
  • 2 tomatoes
  • 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, toss the 1.5 lb chicken thighs with 3 tbsp harissa paste, coating evenly. Let sit while you prep the vegetables.

  2. 2

    Slice the 2 bell peppers and 2 tomatoes into wedges. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  4. 4

    In the same skillet, add the peppers and tomatoes. Cook until softened and charred, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Meanwhile, prepare the 1 cup couscous according to package directions. Serve the chicken and vegetables over couscous, with lemon wedges and fresh herbs if desired.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pot for couscous

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