How to Make Arugula, Chicken, and Walnut Couscous - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're looking for a delicious and healthy recipe that's easy to make and full of flavor, look no further than this arugula, chicken, and walnut couscous. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests, as it's quick to prepare and sure to impress with its vibrant colors and rich, nutty flavors. It's a great way to incorporate nutritious and fresh ingredients into your diet while still enjoying a satisfying and filling meal.

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ pound shiitake mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ½ pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 1 ¼ cups fat-free chicken broth
  • 3 cups ( lightly packed) baby arugula, very coarsely chopped
  • 1 (5.9 ounce) package Parmesan-flavored couscous
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place a saucepan over medium heat for about 1 minute and pour olive oil into hot pan. Cook and stir walnuts in hot oil until lightly browned and fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and transfer walnuts to a bowl.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in same pan; cook and stir shiitake mushrooms until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove mushrooms from pan. Add 1 more teaspoon olive oil to pan; cook and stir chicken and garlic until chicken is browned and meat is no longer pink inside, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth into chicken mixture, add arugula, and stir contents of couscous seasoning packet into mixture; bring to a boil and simmer for 1 minute. Stir couscous into mixture, cover pan, and remove from heat. Let stand until liquid has been absorbed and couscous is tender, about 5 minutes. Add walnuts and basil, lightly fluff couscous with a fork to combine, and serve.
  • Nutrition

    323 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 33mg
    • Sodium: 596mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 35g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 90mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 176mg