Chicken and Couscous

For a fast, low-calorie, low-fat meal, its time to consider Chicken and Couscous. This is satisfying and relatively inexpensive. Two important factors for my lifestyle!

In about 20 minutes, you can serve a family of 4 at less than 400 calories each. Of course, this means you can have ice cream bars later! Or perhaps another glass of wine.

Decisions, decisions.... In the meantime, let's review dinner!

Ingredients:

3/4 c. couscous (uncooked)
2 t. olive oil
1 pound chicken breast tenders (uncooked)
1/2 c. chopped yellow onion
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
1 T. chopped garlic
1 c. chicken broth
1/2 c. raisins
1 t. chopped thyme
1/2 t. ground cumin
1/4 t. salt
1/4 t. red pepper
1/4 t. allspice
1/4 t. ground cloves

Directions:

Boil 1 c. water over high heat in a saucepan. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat, cover and wait 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Heat the olive oil, then stir fry the chicken, onion and garlic in a medium saucepan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes. Stir in broth and all remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Continue cooking, uncovered, for 15 minutes.

Serve chicken mixture over cooked couscous. Delicious! We enjoy Chicken and Couscous with rolls and fresh salad greens.