Chicken Pecan Couscous

Prep Time:

10 min

Cook Time:

20 min

Total Time:

30 min

Servings:

This chicken pecan couscous recipe offers a delightful combination of tender chicken, crunchy pecans, and flavorful couscous, creating a satisfying and nutritious meal option.

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 4)
2 tbsp + 1 tsp olive oil
1 5.8 oz package Near East® Roasted Garlic & Olive Oil Pearled Couscous
2 cups fresh or frozen, thawed cut green beans (1-1/2-inch pieces)
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/2 tsp chopped fresh or dried rubbed sage
1/4 cup toasted chopped pecan pieces*

How to make it

1

Season chicken to taste with salt and pepper. In large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook about 5 minutes each side, turning once, until no longer pink inside.
2

Meanwhile, in 3-qt. saucepan, heat 1 tsp olive oil over medium heat. Add green beans and onion; sauté 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add 1 ¼ cups water, sage and contents of Spice Sack; bring to a boil.
3

Stir in couscous. Remove from heat. Cover; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff lightly with a fork. Serve couscous with chicken breast. Sprinkle with pecans before serving.