Vibrant Lime Chicken Couscous Salad with Tri-Color Bell Peppers

Recipe Collection: Salads

Vibrant Lime Chicken Couscous Salad with Tri-Color Bell Peppers elevates your meal prep with a Mediterranean-inspired dish that is gluten-free and packed with protein. Featuring tender chicken, nutty couscous, and a rainbow of bell peppers, the bright lime and aromatic cumin create a refreshing flavor profile. Perfect for light lunches or make-ahead dinners, this salad is a delightful and colorful meal that bursts with flavors and textures.

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Overview

This vibrant and refreshing chicken salad combines the nutty flavor of couscous with juicy, tender chicken and a medley of colorful bell peppers. Infused with zesty lime and aromatic cumin, this dish is perfect for a light lunch or a make-ahead meal that can be enjoyed cold.

Diet Type

Gluten-Free

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

Mediterranean

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Cup couscous
• 2 Cups chicken broth
• 0.5 Cup dry white wine
• 2 Teaspoons (tsp) olive oil
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) fresh lime juice, divided
• 1.5 Teaspoons (tsp) ground cumin, divided
• 1 Clove garlic, minced
• 1 Pound skinless, boneless chicken breast meat, cubed
• 1 Green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 Yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 4 Green onions, minced
• 0.25 Cup pitted black olives

Steps

1. Prepare the Couscous: Cook the couscous according to package directions, substituting chicken broth for water. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and set aside.
2. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, combine the white wine, olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and minced garlic. Add the cubed chicken and simmer over low heat until the liquid evaporates and the chicken is cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
3. Season the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the skillet and transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of lime juice and 0.5 teaspoon of cumin.
4. Combine Salad Ingredients: Add the green, red, and yellow bell peppers, green onions, and cooked couscous to the bowl with the chicken. Toss everything together until well combined.
5. Garnish and Serve: Garnish each serving with a few black olives. Serve immediately or refrigerate to enjoy cold later.

Enjoy your homemade Vibrant Lime Chicken Couscous Salad with Tri-Color Bell Peppers!