Chicken Skewers With Parsley And Caper Couscous - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    2 tbsp olive oil
    1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
    1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves
    2 tsp ground cumin
    1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
    1 1/3 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
    1 1/2 cups couscous
    1 1/2 cups reduced sodium chicken stock
    1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
    1 tbsp baby capers
    8 None wooden skewers, soaked in cold water
    1 None lemon, cut into wedges
Preparation
    Combine oil, thyme, oregano, cumin and cayenne pepper in a large bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for 20 mins.
    Meanwhile, place couscous in a large bowl and pour in stock. Let stand, covered, for 10 mins, or until liquid has absorbed. Fluff with a fork to separate grains. Stir in parsley and capers. Season to taste.
    Preheat the broiler to high. Thread chicken pieces and a lemon wedge onto each skewer. Broil for 3-5 mins each side, until cooked through. Serve with couscous.

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