Chicken and Israeli couscous with tomato and lemon
Chicken and Israeli couscous with tomato and lemon, is a delicious and healthy dish that combines tender chicken with fluffy Israeli couscous, zesty tomatoes, bright lemon, and sweet green peas. It's a flavorful and colorful meal that's sure to delight your taste buds!
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts boneless, skinless cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup Israeli couscous
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- 1 cup frozen green peas
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in Israeli couscous and cook for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the couscous.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juices), lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the couscous is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in frozen green peas and cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 549kcal (27%)Carbohydrates: 70g (23%)Protein: 43g (86%)Fat: 11g (17%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 73mg (24%)Sodium: 155mg (7%)Potassium: 1216mg (35%)Fiber: 17g (71%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 242IU (5%)Vitamin C: 27mg (33%)Calcium: 93mg (9%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
