Ingredients: What You’ll Need
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Moroccan-inspired recipe:
- Chicken: The recipe calls for chicken breasts, but you can use boneless chicken thighs if you prefer.
- Couscous: Opt for Moroccan couscous made with semolina flour for an authentic North African flavor. If you choose Israeli or pearl couscous, note that it requires a longer oven cooking time.
- Onion and Garlic: These add depth of flavor to the couscous. While the recipe suggests shallots, you can substitute a small onion.
- Spices: A rich blend of paprika, cumin, coriander, ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon provides layers of flavor for both the chicken and couscous.
- Chicken Broth: Essential for cooking and infusing the couscous with flavor.
- Olive Oil: Used for cooking the chicken and providing moisture to the couscous.
- Fresh Herbs: A touch of fresh mint and parsley or cilantro adds a finishing touch and balances the spices.
- Lemon: A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brings a refreshing zing to the dish.
Dietary Adaptations
If you have dietary preferences or restrictions, here are some adaptations:
To Make it Gluten-Free: Substitute quinoa for couscous.
To Make it Dairy-Free: No changes are needed; this recipe is dairy-free.
