Chili-Lime Glazed Chicken with Cilantro Couscous
Chili-Lime Glazed Chicken with Cilantro Couscous pairs tender sautéed chicken with a glossy sauce that balances citrus brightness, gentle heat, and a touch of sweetness. Fluffy couscous flecked with fresh cilantro soaks up the tangy soy-lime juices, making every bite vibrant and satisfying. It’s a great choice for a lively weeknight dinner or a casual meal with friends.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Chili-Lime Glazed Chicken with Cilantro Couscous, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 42 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 32
- Heart Health
- 55
- Metabolic
- 25
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 56
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken; sprinkle with monosodium glutamate. Cook, stirring, until the juices run clear and the chicken is no longer pink inside, 5 to 6 minutes; transfer to a plate.
- 2
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, the zest of 1 lime, the juice of 1 lime, and red pepper flakes, stirring until the sugar dissolves; pour into the hot skillet. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces slightly, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir the chicken into the sauce; cook, stirring often, until the sauce glazes the chicken, 2 to 3 minutes.
- 3
Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in couscous, turn off the heat, and let it stand until the broth is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Stir in the cilantro.
- 4
Arrange the couscous on a serving platter; top with the chicken and sauce. Squeeze lime wedges over the couscous and chicken before serving.
- Calories 419.34 kcal High 21%
- Protein 34.74 g Good Source 69%
- Carbohydrate 57.74 g 21%
- Total Fat 6.41 g Moderate 8%
- Saturated Fat 0.93 g Low Source 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 72.23 mg High 24%
- Sodium 1675.83 mg High 73%
- Dietary Fiber 2.64 g Low Source 9%
- Total Sugars 19.53 g --
- Added Sugars 0.58 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 30.98 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.27 mg Low Source 7%
- Potassium 128.73 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 162.72 mcg Moderate 18%
- Vitamin C 7.95 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Chili Lime Glazed Chicken with Cilantro Couscous is made with 10 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Chicken Breast, Couscous, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 419.34 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Chili-Lime Glazed Chicken with Cilantro Couscous made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Chicken Breast, Couscous, Fresh Cilantro, Lime. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Chili-Lime Glazed Chicken with Cilantro Couscous?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 419.34 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Chili-Lime Glazed Chicken with Cilantro Couscous easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Chili-Lime Glazed Chicken with Cilantro Couscous healthy?
- Chili-Lime Glazed Chicken with Cilantro Couscous has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 419.34 calories and 34.74 g of protein, or 69% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1675.83 mg (73% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Soy, Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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