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Weeknight • Chicken

Speedy Lemon Herb Chicken Bowls

This vibrant bowl brings together tender chicken, fluffy couscous, and bright veggies for a satisfying, feel-good meal.

Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Level
Weeknight
Speedy Lemon Herb Chicken Bowls

Looking for a weeknight hero? These Lemon Herb Chicken Bowls are here to save the day! With quick-cooking staples and a burst of fresh flavor, you'll have a wholesome and delicious dinner on the table in no time. It’s perfect for meal prep too!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Chicken

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Bowls

  • 1 cup instant or quick-cooking couscous
  • 1 cup boiling water or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup finely diced cucumber
  • 1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels. In a medium bowl, toss chicken with 2 tablespoons olive oil, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.

  2. Step 2

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    While chicken cooks, prepare the couscous: Place couscous in a heatproof bowl. Pour boiling water or broth over couscous, cover tightly, and let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

  4. Step 4

    In a separate bowl, combine the fluffed couscous with diced cucumber, red bell pepper, and fresh parsley. Drizzle with lemon juice and 1 tablespoon olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.

  5. Step 5

    Divide the couscous mixture among 4 bowls. Top with the cooked lemon herb chicken. Serve immediately.

Tips

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken seasoning.
  • Feel free to add other quick-cooking veggies like cherry tomatoes or baby spinach to your bowls.
  • Leftovers are fantastic for lunch the next day; store chicken and couscous separately if possible.

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