Apricot-Dijon Mustard Chicken - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    2 1/4 c. chicken broth
    1 (10 oz.) pkg. couscous
    1 (12 oz.) can apricot nectar
    3 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
    6 skinned and boned chicken breast halves
    2 Tbsp. minced fresh basil
    lime wedges and fresh basil sprigs (garnishes)
Preparation
    Bring chicken to a boil in a medium saucepan; stir in couscous.
    Cover; remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
    Remove couscous to a serving platter; set aside and keep warm.
    Combine apricot nectar and mustard in a large skillet; bring to a boil.
    Add chicken; cover.
    Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes or until done.
    Remove chicken from skillet, reserving liquid from skillet.
    Place chicken on top of reserved couscous; set aside and keep warm.
    Bring liquid to a boil; cook, uncovered, 10 minutes.
    Spoon sauce over chicken; sprinkle with minced basil.
    Garnish if desired.
    Serves 6.

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