How To Make Moroccan Couscous With Chicken and Vegetables //Morrocan Couscous Recipe

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while thighs are more affordable than breasts.

couscous

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur wheat

Quinoa is higher in protein, while bulgur is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats, while canola is budget-friendly.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and quick to cook, while canned beans are economical.

Prepare couscous according to package instructions and set aside.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in chopped carrots and zucchini; cook for another 5 minutes.

Add diced tomatoes, chickpeas, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove chicken and vegetables; fluff couscous with a fork.

Serve couscous topped with chicken and vegetables, garnished with parsley and lemon.

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