Moroccan Spiced Chicken Skewers with Jeweled Couscous

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 1/4 cup roasted almonds, chopped
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp mint, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the chicken, 2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, and salt. Toss to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

2. 2

   Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.