Curried Chicken Vegetables and Couscous Skillet

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Curried Chicken, Vegetables and Couscous Skillet
Prep and Cook Time: 19 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
1
package (16 ounces) frozen vegetable medley, such as broccoli, carrots and cauliflower or bell pepper and onion strips

1
pound chicken tenders

2
teaspoons curry powder, divided

3/4
teaspoon garlic salt

1/8
teaspoon ground red pepper

4-1/2
teaspoons vegetable oil

1
can (about 14 ounces) chicken broth

1
cup uncooked couscous



Preparation:
1.
Thaw vegetables according to package directions.

2.
While vegetables are thawing, place chicken in medium bowl. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon curry powder, garlic salt and ground red pepper; toss to coat.

3.
Heat oil in large deep skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add chicken mixture, spreading in one layer. Cook 5 to 6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center, turning occasionally.

4.
Transfer chicken to plate; set aside. Add broth and remaining 1 teaspoon curry powder to skillet; bring to a boil over high heat, scraping up browned bits on bottom of skillet.

5.
Stir thawed vegetables into skillet; return to a boil. Stir in couscous; top with chicken. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.


Note: For a special touch, add a dollop of plain yogurt to each serving.

Nutritional Information:
Serving Size:
Sodium 926 mg
Protein 33 g
Fiber 11 g
Carbohydrate 45 g
Cholesterol 77 mg
Total Fat 9 g
Calories 402
Dietary Exchange:
Vegetable 2
Starch 2-1/2
Meat 3


This recipe appears in: Middle Eastern