Zesty Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Roasted Vegetable Couscous

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs chicken thighs, boneless, skinless
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 14oz can crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 15oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup couscous, whole wheat
• 2 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 medium bell pepper, diced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Add the chicken thighs and brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.