Saffron-Poached Chicken with Crispy Chickpea & Charred Fennel Pilaf
Prep 20 min · Cook 35 min · Serves 2 · medium
Turkish-inspired poached chicken infused with saffron and warm spices, served over a vibrant pilaf studded with crispy roasted chickpeas, caramelized fennel, and toasted pine nuts. A sophisticated, aromatic dinner that balances protein and whole grains beautifully.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6 oz each) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, room temperature
- 0.5 teaspoon saffron threads, premium quality
- 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth, warmed
- 0.75 cup pearl couscous, whole grain variety
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained, rinsed, patted dry
- 1 medium fennel bulb, sliced into wedges
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme, or 0.5 tsp dried
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
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