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Grilled Moroccan Chicken With Curried Couscous Recipe

Grilled Moroccan Chicken With Curried Couscous Recipe

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Grilled Moroccan Chicken With Curried Couscous

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Ingredients:

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1 tbsp caraway seed
1 tbsp coriander seed
1 tbsp cumin seed
1 tbsp dry crushed red pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 garlic cloves
3 tbsp sweet hungarian paprika
1 1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup olive oil
5 tbsp fresh lime juice, divided
1 tsp finely grated lime peel
1 (3 lb) roasting chickens, quartered , backbone removed
1 pinch sugar
1 3/4 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 tsp curry powder
1 (10 oz) package couscous

Directions:

For Harissa:.
Toast caraway, coriander, and cumin seeds in medium skillet over medium heat until slightly darker in color, stirring occasionally. about 5 minutes. Cool completely. Grind cooled spices and dried crushed red pepper in mortar with pestle or spice grinder to fine powder. Add oil and garlic; grind to smooth paste. Stir in paprika and salt. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
For Chicken and Dressing:.
Whisk 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon harissa, 2 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and lime peel in small bowl. Rub mixture over all sides of chicken pieces. Place chicken in 11x7x2-inch glass baking dish. Cover and marinate overnight.
Whisk remaining 1/2 cup oil, 3 tablespoons lime juice, and pinch of sugar in medium bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. (Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.).
Preheat barbeque (medium-low heat). Grill chicken until cooked through, turning and repositioning occasionally for even cooking, about 45 minutes total. Let stand at room temperature.
For Couscous:.
Bring chicken broth and curry powder to boil in heavy small saucepan. Stir in couscous, cover, and remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes. Fluff couscous with fork and transfer to platter. Place chicken atop couscous. Serve, passing dressing and remaining harissa alongside.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	586.47 Kcal (2455 kJ)
Calories from fat	448.23 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	49.8g	77%
Cholesterol	267.57mg	89%
Sodium	996.18mg	42%
Potassium	471.17mg	10%
Total Carbs	13.08g	4%
Sugars	0.65g	3%
Dietary Fiber	2.15g	9%
Protein	24.52g	49%
Vitamin C	25.8mg	43%
Vitamin A	3.5mg	117%
Iron	7.7mg	43%
Calcium	62.8mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	188.98 Kcal (791 kJ)
Calories from fat	144.43 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	16.05g	77%
Cholesterol	86.22mg	89%
Sodium	321mg	42%
Potassium	151.83mg	10%
Total Carbs	4.21g	4%
Sugars	0.21g	3%
Dietary Fiber	0.69g	9%
Protein	7.9g	49%
Vitamin C	8.3mg	43%
Vitamin A	1.1mg	117%
Iron	2.5mg	43%
Calcium	20.2mg	6%

* 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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