Squash, Chicken and Cous-cous one pot

Another north African treat for you with this recipe. This recipe is super easy, as well as super tasty, and will almost certainly become a regular addition to your menu. I love Moroccan inspired food, with the kick of harissa, but packed with juicy, sweet peppers and tomatoes.  The butternut squash adds an extra dimension to this, with a little extra sweetness and texture.  This recipe is only 283 calories, and would also taste great chilled the day after for a quick left over lunch.

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Squash, Chicken and Cous-cous one pot


  • Author: Rachel Wilcock
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Tasty hot or cold


Ingredients

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2 tbsp harissa paste

1 tsp each ground cumin and ground coriander

2 red onions, halved and cut into thin wedges

2 skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized chunks

1 small butternut squash, cut into 1cm chunks (no need to peel)

2 cans tomatoes

zest and juice 2 lemons

200g cherry tomato, halved

140g couscous

small bunch coriander, roughly chopped


Instructions

  1. Heat a large non-stick casserole dish or pan on the hob. Add the harissa, spices and onions, stir and cook gently for 10 mins until soft.
  2. Add chicken and brown for 5-10 mins.
  3. Add squash, stirring to combine, and a splash of water if it starts to stick. Cook for 5 mins more.
  4. Tip canned tomatoes into the pan with Β½ can of water, cover and simmer for 20-30 mins.
  5. Add the lemon zest and juice, cherry tomatoes, couscous and seasoning. Cover and turn off the heat.
  6. Leave on the hob for 10 mins, then stir through the coriander and serve.
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 45

Nutrition

  • Calories: 283