I am super excited to share this recipe with you guys! I feel like I’ve been saying that about a lot of my recipes lately, like the vegan tacos I couldn’t stop talking about, but this really is another great one. How long it takes: 38 minutes Equipment you’ll need: large skillet with lid Servings: 4 hearty servings Don’t get me wrong, I’m always excited to share recipes but some are just a little more exciting than others. I use my recipes for Instant Pot boiled eggs and homemade taco seasoning (and countless other basic recipes) ALL the time, but they’re just not quite as fun as recipes like this Mediterranean chicken dish.
Why You’ll Love This Mediterranean Dish
It’s made in one pan. There really isn’t a type of recipe that I enjoy creating more than a one pan meal recipe. Whether it be Instant Pot, sheet pan, one pot pastas, one pan skillet meals, or slow cooker recipes, I love a good recipe that doesn’t make a lot of dishes dirty. What can I say? I don’t like doing dishes, and I don’t know many people who do. It’s perfect for weeknights. I enjoy creating recipes that I like making myself for family dinner on a Tuesday or Wednesday (or any day) evening, when I’m tired and worn out. Because I know you guys have the same kind of nights. This meal is all-in-one, with protein, vegetables, and pasta. You won’t need to prep sides to serve (unless you’re feeling extra motivated). The flavors are out of this world. Savory onions, peppers, and garlic lay the foundation for this recipe. Capers are dispersed through the couscous to give you a salty, briny bite every now and then. (PS: You could also use olives if you’re a fan!). Dried and fresh herbs, a squeeze of lemon juice, and tangy feta cheese add to the excitement, too.
How To Make This Mediterranean Chicken
Start by browning the chicken nicely to lock in that great flavor and to make the dish more visually appealing. Sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic next, seasoned with dried thyme and oregano. Add the Israeli couscous, capers, and flavorful chicken broth; simmer until done. Since couscous is a small pasta, it cooks quickly. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice when it’s done cooking makes sure this Mediterranean-style chicken dish has the perfect touch of acidity and brightens up all the flavors.
Add Toppings
And then there are the toppings. It’s no secret around these parts that I’m a toppings girl. I go crazy with toppings on this recipe and add fresh diced tomatoes, salty crumbled feta, toasted pine nuts (read how to toast pine nuts), and fresh parsley. I wouldn’t recommend skipping any of them, but as always (almost always), toppings are sorta-kinda-if-you-have-to optional. Rather have a salad? Try my Israeli couscous salad with tomatoes and fresh mozzarella or this barley salad with tomatoes, cucumber, and parsley. A Greek chopped salad has many of the same elements, too.
More One Pan Meals
Taco Pasta Gnocchi with Kale & Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chicken Marsala Pasta One Pan Sausage Dinner (lots of great fall veggies in this one!) Chicken Tikka Masala Pizza Chicken One Pan Quinoa with Ground Turkey, Kale, Mushrooms and Tomatoes Whole30 Chicken Thighs – a complete sheet pan dinner I have so many more where those came from! Use the search box on my site and search “one pan” to find them!
