6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch pieces
Steps (11)
Step 1
Prepare the couscous according to package directions and let stand covered.
Step 2
In a large heavy pot, over a medium heat, add the half the oil, and cook until shimmering, add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes or just until browned on all sides.
Step 3
Remove the chicken to a plate.
Step 4
Pour a little of the chicken stock into the pot and scrape up any brown bits.
Step 5
Add the onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring once or twice, until the onions are translucent.
Step 6
Return the chicken to the pot, add the bay leaves, cloves, cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne, and stir to mix well.
Step 7
Add the 3 cups of the chicken stock, tomatoes, garbanzo beans, and carrots, and bring to a boil.
Step 8
Reduce the heat and let simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 9
In a small bowl, whisk the remaining chicken stock with the seasoning mix until well blended.
Step 10
Pour this into the pot, add the zucchini and cook for another 10 minutes until mixture has thickened slightly and is heated through.
Step 11
Serve immediately over the couscous.
For safe meat preparation, reference the USDA website.
For dips, make and enjoy your dip creation. Then, refrigerate within 2 hours or discard.
Rated 5 out of
5 by
kitchencrazy from
Great ReceipeI love Moroccan dishes and this one is a favorite with my family. Simple and rich flavorable taste.
Date published: 2012-10-22
Rated 5 out of
5 by
SWade from
So YummyWhat a great change of pace dinner! My entire family loved the taste and thought it was wonderful. I liked that there were steps my four year old could help me complete. I think this is a definite make again meal.