Couscous and chicken breast casserole recipe

Couscous and Chicken Breast Casserole recipe

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Looking for a delicious and wholesome meal? Look no further than this Couscous and Chicken Breast Casserole recipe. Packed with flavor and nutrients, this dish is perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends. The combination of tender chicken breast and fluffy couscous creates a satisfying and filling meal. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you'll have a mouthwatering casserole ready to serve in no time. So, let's get cooking and enjoy this comforting and tasty dish!

Keywords: Couscous, Chicken Breast, Casserole, Recipe, Wholesome

Couscous and chicken breast casserole recipe details

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Ingredients

400 g	couscous
3 tbsp	olive oil
600 ml	vegetable stock
2	shallots, chopped
300 g	chicken breast
	salt and pepper
1 tbsp	baharat, if available; Middle East mixed spices
1 tsp	freshly ground ginger, alternatively 2 tsp. ginger powder
500 g	mixed vegetables, frozen, thawed
150 ml	milk
150 ml	single cream
2	eggs
	salt and pepper
200 g	Feta cheese, crumbled
2 tbsp	parsley, chopped
2 tbsp	fresh coriander leaves, chopped

Instructions

Pour over the couscous 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the boiling vegetable stock and allow to soak for 10 minutes.

Cut the chicken breast in slices. In a skillet heat 2 tablespoons of oil and sauté the chopped shallots and the chicken breast. Season with salt, pepper, baharat and ginger.

Combine the meat and shallots with the couscous, add the vegetables and transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish.

Whisk the milk with the single cream and the eggs. Season with salt and pepper and add half of the Feta cheese. Pour the sauce over the casserole. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and bake at 200°C for approximately 30 minutes.

Serve sprinkled with chopped parsley and coriander.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 40 min
Resting time:
ca. 10 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:

573kcal