Moroccan-Style Chicken Tagine with Lemon Couscous

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 14.5 oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup couscous
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear on both sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.

2. 2

   Reduce heat to medium and add the onion to the skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.