Moroccan-Style Chicken Skewers with Herbed Couscous

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup couscous
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

1. 1

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

2. 2

   Prepare the couscous by bringing the vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat, stir in the couscous, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and transfer to a large bowl.