Moroccan Lemon Chicken Skewers with Couscous Tabbouleh

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 0.5 cucumber, diced
• 0.5 cup parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup mint leaves, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the chicken, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.

2. 2

   Thread the chicken onto skewers and let marinate for 30 minutes.