Couscous Chicken Salad Recipe

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Ingredients:

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1 1/2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
12 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (10 oz) package couscous
1 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp sherry wine vinegar
3/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup sliced green onion
1 (15 1/2 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed ( garbanzo beans)

Directions:

Bring broth to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Add chicken; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes or until chicken is done.
Remove chicken using a slotted spoon; set aside.
Cool slightly, and coarsely chop.
While chicken cools, add couscous to broth; stir well.
Cover and let stand 10 minutes.
Place couscous in a large bowl; cool completely.
Fluff with a fork.
Stir in basil and next 5 ingredients (basil through garlic).
Add chopped chicken, tomatoes, onions, and chickpeas; toss gently to combine.
Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	145.53 Kcal (609 kJ)
Calories from fat	83.3 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	9.26g	14%
Cholesterol	25.09mg	8%
Sodium	476.39mg	20%
Potassium	221.42mg	5%
Total Carbs	6.53g	2%
Sugars	1.29g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.72g	3%
Protein	10.15g	20%
Vitamin C	5.7mg	10%
Iron	0.3mg	1%
Calcium	26.8mg	3%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	98.5 Kcal (412 kJ)
Calories from fat	56.38 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	6.26g	14%
Cholesterol	16.98mg	8%
Sodium	322.45mg	20%
Potassium	149.87mg	5%
Total Carbs	4.42g	2%
Sugars	0.87g	5%
Dietary Fiber	0.49g	3%
Protein	6.87g	20%
Vitamin C	3.9mg	10%
Iron	0.2mg	1%
Calcium	18.1mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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