Zesty Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Olive-Tapenade Couscous

Name: Zesty Mediterranean Lemon Chicken with Olive-Tapenade Couscous
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 teaspoon lemon zest (finely grated); 2 cloves garlic (minced); 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground); 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless); 1 cup couscous; 1 1/4 cups chicken broth (low-sodium); 1/2 cup kalamata olives (pitted and chopped); 2 tablespoons capers (drained); 1 tablespoon parsley (chopped); 2 tablespoons olive oil

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⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 30m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 450 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A vibrant and tangy lemon chicken paired with a savory olive-tapenade couscous, offering a delightful blend of Mediterranean flavors.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

35.0g 36%

Fat

22.0g 23%

Carbs

40.0g 41%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

25% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Essential for blood production

☀️ Vitamin A

10% DV

Important for vision and immune health

🔺 Calcium

8% DV

Vital for bone health

💧 Omega-3

5% DV

Supports heart health

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon lemon zest finely grated
2 cloves garlic minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
4 pieces chicken breasts boneless, skinless

Olive-Tapenade Couscous

1 cup couscous
1 1/4 cups chicken broth low-sodium
1/2 cup kalamata olives pitted and chopped
2 tablespoons capers drained
1 tablespoon parsley chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1 In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken breasts and toss to coat. Allow to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2 While the chicken is marinating, bring the chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
3 In a small bowl, mix together the chopped olives, capers, parsley, and olive oil to create the tapenade.
4 Gently fold the olive tapenade into the cooked couscous until well combined. Set aside.
5 Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
6 Once the chicken is cooked, remove from heat and let it rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
7 Serve the sliced lemon chicken over a bed of olive-tapenade couscous. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired.