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Moroccan Chicken Skewers with Lemon Couscous

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

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Moroccan Chicken Skewers with Lemon Couscous

Delicious Moroccan-spiced chicken skewers served with fluffy lemon-herb couscous for a quick and easy family dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup couscous
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Toss to coat the chicken evenly. Thread the chicken onto 8 skewers, leaving a little space between the pieces.

  2. 2

    Prepare the couscous according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and stir in the lemon zest, parsley, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp salt.

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