Couscous Chicken Salad with Peppers
Couscous Chicken Salad with Peppers balances tender chicken and fluffy couscous with crisp bell peppers, bright lime, and warm cumin for a fresh, aromatic bite. A hint of white wine adds depth, while olives and green onions bring a savory finish. Serve it warm for a cozy weeknight dinner or chill it for a refreshing make-ahead lunch.
- Prep15 min
- Cook15 min
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Cook the couscous pasta as directed on the package, using chicken broth as the liquid. Drain and set aside.
- 2
In a large skillet, combine the wine, oil, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon cumin, and garlic; stir to mix, then add the chicken. Simmer over low heat until the liquid has evaporated and the chicken juices run clear, 5 to 7 minutes.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the skillet and combine it in a large bowl with the remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin, the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green onion, and couscous. Garnish each serving with a few black olives.
- Calories 363.67 kcal Moderate
- Protein 23.48 g Good Source
- Carbs 47.76 g Moderate
- Total Fat 7.07 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 0.7 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 48.45 mg Moderate
- Sodium 466.22 mg High
- Fiber 2.19 g Low Source
- Sugar 4.84 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 106.28 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.88 mg Moderate
- Potassium 185.14 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 49.32 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 34.1 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
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