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A delicious plate of Air Fryer Chicken Couscous

Air Fryer Chicken Couscous

This delicious and easy air fryer chicken couscous is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It's healthy, flavorful, and can be prepared in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Preparation
  • 450 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 15 ml olive oil
  • 1 cucchiaino garlic powder
  • 1 cucchiaino paprika
  • 1/2 cucchiaino salt
  • 1/4 cucchiaino black pepper
Couscous Preparation
  • 200 g couscous
  • 300 ml chicken broth
  • 150 g mixed vegetables (frozen peas, carrots, and corn)
  • g Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss the chicken thighs in the spice mixture until evenly coated.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken thighs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, bring the chicken broth to a boil in a small saucepan. Once boiling, remove from heat, stir in couscous and mixed vegetables, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.
  5. After the chicken is done, check for doneness (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). If cooked, remove from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes. If not, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Fluff the couscous and vegetable mixture with a fork. Slice the chicken and serve it over the couscous. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

For added flavor, squeeze a little lemon juice over the chicken and couscous before serving. This dish pairs well with a light salad or roasted vegetables.