Name: Orange and Cumin Tangier Chicken and Couscous
Total time: 47 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 400g chicken thighs; 1 1/2 cups couscous; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 4 cups chicken broth; Salt to taste; 1/4 cup chopped parsley; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 tablespoon orange zest; 1/2 teaspoon cumin

Orange and Cumin Tangier Chicken and Couscous

A warm and citrusy variation with orange zest and extra cumin.

47 minutes4 servings

Method

Mix orange zest into the chicken seasoning and add extra cumin to the couscous mixture.
Season chicken with salt, cumin, and cinnamon.
In a pot, sauté onion in oil until softened.
Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
Stir in couscous, broth, and remaining spices, bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until couscous is tender.
Garnish with parsley and cilantro before serving.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.

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