Lemon-Tahini Couscous with Chicken & Vegetables

Lemon-Tahini Couscous with Chicken & Vegetables

A vibrant, wholesome, and pleasurable Mediterranean-stimulated dish, combining soft chook, colourful greens, fluffy couscous, and a creamy lemon-tahini dressing. Ready in approximately 30 minutes, it’s best for a fast weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients (Serves 2–three)

Chicken & Vegetables:

2 chook breasts, cut into chunk-sized portions

1 small zucchini, sliced into half-moons

1 purple bell pepper, diced

1 carrot, thinly sliced

1 small purple onion, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp paprika

½ tsp cumin

Salt and pepper to taste

Couscous:

1 cup couscous

1 cup vegetable or chicken broth

Zest of 1 lemon

Juice of 1 lemon

2 tbsp tahini

1–2 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to flavor

Optional: chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the Couscous:

Bring the broth to a boil. Stir within the couscous, cover, and get rid of from warmth. Let sit down for five–10 mins until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork. Stir in 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon zest, 1 tbsp tahini, and a touch of lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Cook the Chicken:

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a big skillet over medium-excessive warmth. Add bird, season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for five–7 mins, stirring sometimes, till golden and cooked thru. Remove chook and set apart.

Three. Sauté the Vegetables:

In the equal skillet, upload onion, carrot, zucchini, and bell pepper. Sauté 5–6 mins until gentle-crisp. Add garlic in the remaining minute to save you burning.

Four. Combine & Finish:

Return chook to the pan with vegetables. Stir gently to mix. Serve over or mixed into the couscous. Drizzle closing tahini over the pinnacle. Garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro and a very last squeeze of lemon juice for freshness.

Tips & Variations

Vegetarian Option: Replace hen with chickpeas or tofu.

Extra Creaminess: Mix an extra tablespoon of tahini with a touch of heat water to make a thin sauce and drizzle over the dish.

Meal Prep: Store in airtight containers for up to a few days. Reheat lightly, adding a bit water to hold couscous fluffy.

Spice Variation: Add a pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika for a subtle kick.

This dish balances nutty tahini, zesty lemon, and savory fowl, whilst the veggies add coloration, crunch, and nutrients. Quick, flexible, and full of flavor, it’s a present day, healthful take on a traditional Mediterranean meal.