Chicken Thighs with Couscous & Kale

Rating: 4.4 stars
10 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 4
  • 4 star values: 6
  • 3 star values: 0
  • 2 star values: 0
  • 1 star values: 0

One-pot meals, like this all-in-one chicken thigh, kale and Israeli couscous recipe, are perfect for nights when you want to keep cleanup to a minimum. Look for Israeli couscous--small pearl-shaped pasta made from semolina flour--near other Middle Eastern dry goods in well-stocked supermarkets or specialty-foods stores. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2013

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Ingredients

Directions

  • Combine thyme, cumin, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with half of the spice mixture.

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  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large, heavy skillet, such as cast-iron, over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.

  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and onion to the pan; cook, stirring frequently, until beginning to soften, 2 to 4 minutes. Stir in couscous and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until the couscous is lightly toasted, 1 to 2 minutes. Add kale and the remaining spice mixture; cook, stirring, until the kale begins to wilt, 1 to 2 minutes.

  • Pour in broth and any accumulated juice from the chicken, then nestle the chicken into the couscous. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through and the couscous is tender, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 thigh & 3/4 cup couscous
Per Serving:
388 calories; 15.6 g total fat; 3.3 g saturated fat; 76 mg cholesterol; 494 mg sodium. 385 mg potassium; 32.8 g carbohydrates; 3 g fiber; 3 g sugar; 27.6 g protein; 1669 IU vitamin a iu; 22 mg vitamin c; 38 mcg folate; 55 mg calcium; 3 mg iron; 31 mg magnesium;
Exchanges:

2 starch, 2 vegetable, 3 lean meat, 1 1/2 fat

Reviews (10)

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10 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 4
  • 4 star values: 6
  • 3 star values: 0
  • 2 star values: 0
  • 1 star values: 0
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Philippe Caron
Rating: 4 stars
12/02/2018
Great meal i would use less chicken broth next time. Also i double the spices too. Read More
Hannah Fechter
Rating: 4 stars
03/01/2017
I really enjoyed this recipe very healthy and using the cast iron skillet brought great color to the chicken. However I felt like something was missing. I added the smoked paprika someone below mentioned and doubled the spices listed. Next time I will try to add more garlic and possibly add in some golden raisins. Would love to keep making this just need to find that extra ingredient. Either way I think this is a recipe worth making! Read More
kerri
Rating: 5 stars
02/11/2017
I absolutely love this meal!! It has become one of our go-to weeknight meals. Read More
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EatingWell User
Rating: 5 stars
07/20/2015
WOW! Absolutely delicious! Happy tastebuds! Pros: NULL Cons: NULL Read More
EatingWell User
Rating: 4 stars
03/06/2015
My freakishly picky kid even loves this and it's super versatile! This is in the weekly rotation in our household which is saying something considering that we really don't make the effort to cook as regularly at home as we should. Our picky son loves this and I've made it as is and mixed it up with different spices etc. We've lately been making it with quinoa in place of the couscous (same liquid requirement just takes a bit longer to cook through) and the last time I did it I used a cinnamon/cumin/ginger seasoning blend and substituted 1/2 cup orange juice for part of the broth. I've made it with kale and spinach and it works great either way. Pros: Easy clean-up delicious versatile healthy Read More
EatingWell User
Rating: 4 stars
10/27/2014
ABSOLUTELY Delicious!!!! The boyfriend and grandma loved it! We are all looking forward to leftovers!:) However I made a few adjustments to put my own spin on it: -Used 6 chicken thighs -Added smoked paprika turmeric garlic salt and Trader Joes 'Everyday Spice' blend freshly ground. -Used Trader Joes 'Harvest Grain Blend' instead of cous cous and a whole sweet onion -Used about 5cups of chicken/veggie broth -Cooked on Medium about 45mins Read More
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EatingWell User
Rating: 5 stars
09/24/2014
Quick dish minimal prep& oh it is delicious Threw together in about 30 minutes perfect if you have ingredients laying around and growing out in garden. Tasty dish 3 year old daughter ate it all up Pros: One pot Read More
EatingWell User
Rating: 4 stars
01/14/2014
Yummy and easy Made this tonight and it was very yummy. I did sear the chicken for a few mins longer as I had fat pieces. Also cooked the whole thing a bit longer to get the couscous fully absorbed. Felt maybe it could use a bit more spice some crushed red pepper and maybe some more veggies like carrots or mushrooms. Great for a quick and healthy dish! Pros: Easy/quick healthy yummy Cons: Maybe could use some more veggies for variety Read More
VAFierro
Rating: 5 stars
11/14/2013
Great Go To Busy Family Night Dinner Tasty Recipe the whole family loved it. Easy to make and clean up was a breeze. Cook the chicken longer and check temp to be sure. Pros: One Pot - Easy Clean Up Satisfied Even the Picky Eater Cons: No Leftovers Read More
skerbel@outlook.com
Rating: 4 stars
11/13/2013
Easy delish one-pot meal Followed the recipe but added more veggies (sliced cremini mushrooms and cubed butternut squash). Also added some chili powder and cinnamon powder to the spice mix. Got rave reviews from the family! Pros: Fast easy healthy and tasty Cons: If using whole wheat Israeli couscous you need to add extra stock so it cooks properly. Read More
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