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A close-up shot of the spiced chicken and fluffy couscous in the Moroccan chicken couscous bowl, highlighting the tender chicken and aromatic spices.

Moroccan Chicken Couscous Bowl: A Taste of Morocco

This Moroccan Chicken Couscous Bowl features tender, spiced chicken, fluffy couscous, sweet apricots, and chickpeas. A vibrant, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner that's ready in under an hour.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Moroccan
Calories: 580
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Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Ras el Hanout
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Couscous Bowl
  • 1.5 cups couscous
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup dried apricots chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup slivered almonds toasted
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet
  • 2 Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces with olive oil, Ras el Hanout, cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. While the chicken is cooking, bring the chicken broth to a boil in a small saucepan. Place the dry couscous in a heatproof bowl. Pour the boiling broth over the couscous, stir once, cover tightly, and let it stand for 5-7 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed.
  4. Fluff the cooked couscous with a fork. Add the rinsed chickpeas, chopped dried apricots, fresh parsley, toasted slivered almonds, and fresh lemon juice. Gently toss to combine.
  5. Divide the couscous mixture among four bowls. Slice the cooked chicken and arrange it on top of the couscous. Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For a spicy kick, serve with a side of harissa paste.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Toasting the almonds enhances their flavor and adds a delightful crunch to the dish.