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Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad

A refreshing salad featuring chicken, pearl couscous, mixed vegetables, and a tangy dressing.
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MEDIUM
Prep: 20-30 mins
Cook: 15-20 mins
Serves: 4
Author: kaito_sama24

4.1 / 5 (793)


Ingredients

Protein
  • boneless chicken breast

    500 grams

  • olive oil

    as needed

Grains
  • pearl couscous

    200 grams

Vegetables
  • red bell pepper

    1 each

  • red onion

    1 each

  • cherry tomatoes

    200 grams

Dressing
  • lemon juice

    2 tablespoons

  • honey

    1 tablespoon

  • dried oregano

    a pinch


Instructions

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and season the chicken breast with salt and pepper.

    Begin by preheating your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Take the chicken breast and sprinkle both sides with a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper to enhance the flavor.

  • 2
    Bake the chicken in the oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit internally.

    Place the seasoned chicken breast in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness; the internal temperature should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.

  • 3
    Cook the pearl couscous according to package instructions.

    While the chicken is cooking, prepare the pearl couscous. Follow the package instructions for the correct water ratio and cooking time. Typically, it involves boiling water, adding the couscous, covering, and letting it simmer until the water is absorbed and the couscous is fluffy.

  • 4
    Chop the red bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.

    Prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping them into pieces that are easy to eat in a salad. The red bell pepper should be seeded and sliced, the red onion thinly sliced, and the cherry tomatoes halved.

  • 5
    In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, and dried oregano to make the dressing.

    In a large bowl, mix together the lemon juice, honey, and a pinch of dried oregano to create the salad dressing. Whisk these ingredients until they are well combined and the honey is dissolved.

  • 6
    Combine cooked couscous, sliced chicken, and chopped vegetables in the bowl with the dressing.

    Add the cooked pearl couscous, sliced chicken breast, chopped red bell pepper, sliced red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.

Ratings & Reviews

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Reviews

  • rohanrules27

    I must confess that this recipe for Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad, whilst ostensibly a well-structured and straightforward concoction, does not align particularly well with my personal culinary predilections. As a stalwart adherent to a vegetarian diet, thepresence of chicken breast as a primary ingredient is, regrettably, a significant deterrent. Furthermore, the dearth of piquant flavours, which I have come to Associate with the myriad delights of Southern Indian street cuisine, renders this salad somewhat lacklustre in my estimation. Nevertheless, I must commend the author on the clarity and precision with which the instructions have been articulated, thus facilitating ease of replication for those who may be disposed towards this particular amalgam of flavours.

  • Mikou75

    Je vais être honnête, cette recette de salade de poulet et de couscous perlé n'est pas vraiment ce que je m'attendais. Je suis un amatueur de tourtière et de tarte au sucre, mais je dois admettre que ces saveurs fraîches et légères sont plutôt agréables. La préparation est facile à suivre, même pour quelqu'un d'aussi compétent en cuisine que moi (je suis capable de cuisiner plus que des sandwiches, mais c'est tout!). Le mélange de poulet cuit à la perfection, de couscous perlé bien cuit et de légumes croquants est vraiment délicieux. Pour être franc, la sauce à base de jus de citron et de miel est peut-être un peu trop simple à mon goût, mais c'est tout de même une bonne base. Au final, je dirais que c'est une recette solide qui vaut la peine d'être essayée, même si elle ne fait pas partie de mes favoris (ça reste encore les frites et les burgers, pour être honnête!).

  • SofiR87

    As I embarked on a culinary journey with this Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad, I was reminded of a vibrant tapestry - each threads of flavor intricately woven to form a rich and satisfying whole. The dance of tangy lemon, sweet honey, and the gentle whisper of oregano, all mingled in a joyous symphony on my palate. However, my flexitarian heart slightly rebelled against the prominence of chicken, craving instead a tapestry more predominantly woven from the colorful threads of plant-based ingredients. Additionally, I must confess a tinge of disappointment in the lack of consideration for gluten sensitivity, a thread of concern that unfortunately frayed the edges of my culinary carpet. Nonetheless, the recipe’s core is undeniably strong, akin to a sturdy backbone, allowing for creative deviations and adaptations, much like a poet modifies their verse to better convey the depths of their emotions. With a few adjustments, this salad could truly become a masterpiece, a gastronomic sonnet that delights both the senses and the soul.

  • FatiZahra22

    Alhamdulillah, I'm so excited to try this recipe! As a HUGE fan of couscous, I love that it's the star of the show in this Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad. The fact that it's gluten-free is a big plus for me, mashallah. I appreciate the simplicity of the ingredients and the ease of preparation. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, even for someone like me who's STILL learning to navigate the kitchen in English, lol. The only thing that's keeping me from giving it a full 5 stars is that I wish there were more traditional Moroccan spices and flavors involved. Maybe some ras el hanout or preserved lemon to give it that extra oomph? Overall, I'd definitely make this again and recommend it to my friends and family. Shukraan for the recipe!

  • MahsaMash

    Hey, guys! Just tried out this Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad recipe and I'm low-key obsessed! As a flexitarian who's all about that Middle Eastern life, I was stoked to see pearl couscous as the star of the show. The combo of flavors and textures is straight fire - the tangy dressing, the fluffy couscous, the juicy chicken... it's all good, fam! Only reason I'm not giving it a full 5 stars is that I think it could use a bit more oomph in the spice department. Maybe some sumac or barberry to give it that authentic Persian vibe? Still, it's a solid recipe that's perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. Just a heads up for my fellow nut allergy sufferers: this one's safe for us! And props to the recipe creator for keeping it relatively healthy - no crazy amounts of sugar or saturated fats in sight. All in all, I'm definitely making this again and recommending it to my online squad. Happy cooking, everyone!

  • DJCas22

    Hey, denne salat er kanon! Jeg elsker kyllingen og pearl couscousen sammen, det er noget af det bedste jeg har smagt længe! Dressingen er også rigtig fed, den har en frisk og syrlig smag derVirker siêu godt sammen med kyllingen og grøntsagerne. Dog savner jeg en smule smag af det traditionelle - smørrebrød og frikadeller kan ikke slås, men som en lækker salat kan denne sagtens være med i kampen! Bare en lille bitte fejl, hvorfor skal man bruge honning i dressingen, når man kunne bruge rigtig dansk sirup i stedet?

  • Yarii07

    I try dis recipe for Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad, its really good!! I love how eazy it is to make and all the ingridients are so fresh and delicous! I like how its not to heavvy, thats perfec for me cos I like to eat somthing thats goin to give me alot of enerjy but not make me feel too ful. I did make one chang, I use a diffrent kind of dressing cos I dont do dairy produts, so I make a simalar dressing with almond Milk and lemon juice, it was so gooood! I think every bodi should try dis recipe, its perfec for summer and its goin to be one of my favorit dishes, defenetly goin to make it agen soon!

  • MikkelC85

    I recently had the opportunity to try the Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad, and while it didn't necessarily align with my typical pescatarian diet, I was curious to see how the flavors and textures would come together. The recipe itself was well-structured and easy to follow, much like a well-composed photograph - all the elements were in focus, from the initial seasoning of the chicken to the preparation of the pearl couscous. From a technical standpoint, the ratio of ingredients to dressing seemed apt, much like the balance of aperture and shutter speed in photography. However, as someone who tends to appreciate the nuances of Scandinavian cuisine, I found the dish to be somewhat lacking in depth. The use of lemon juice and honey in the dressing, while a nod to the importance of balancing light and dark elements, felt overly simplistic. Nonetheless, the end result was a refreshingly light salad, akin to a well-timed snapshot on a sunny day - not profound, but pleasant. For my tastes, though, it would need a bit more 'exposure' to the rich flavors of the North, perhaps a dash of caraway seeds or the heartiness of dense, dark bread.

  • RohanTheExplorer

    Arre, what a lovely salad, but I must say, it's a bit too lukewarm for my taste buds! The chicken and pearl couscous are a great combo, and the dressing has a nice zing to it, but where's the heat, yaar? A few dashes of red pepper flakes or some sliced jalapenos would elevate this dish to the next level. On the plus side, I'm happy to see no tree nuts in sight, and the recipe is dairy-free, so my intolerance isn't acting up. All in all, it's a solid, no-frills salad that just needs a bit of a kick to make it truly memorable. Maybe next time, I'll add some green chilies or a drizzle of sriracha to give it that extra oomph!

  • AkiraM24

    Hmm, not bad, not bad at all! 🤔 This Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad recipe reminds me of a **bento box** without the rice 🍚, which is kinda okay, I guess 🤷‍♀️. I do love the combination of veggies, especially the cherry tomatoes and red bell pepper - so **kawaii** and colorful! 🌸 The lemon juice and honey dressing is pretty meh, though... I mean, it's no match for a good **matcha sauce** or **mugicha dressing** 🍵! 😂 Overall, it's a decent recipe, but I'd much rather have some **sushi** or **onigiri** 🍣👍. Maybe I can try substituting the chicken with some **unagi** or **ikura** for a more Japanese twist? 🐟👀

  • TaroYamada88

    I must say that this Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad recipe is quite intriguing, ***sumimasen*** (excuse me) for not having tried it before. As a lover of ***washoku*** (Japanese cuisine), I was pleasantly surprised by the combination of flavors and textures in this dish. The use of lemon juice and honey in the dressing added a nice touch of sweetness, *arigatou gozaimasu* (thank you) to the creator of this recipe. However, I must admit that I found the aroma of the red onion to be slightly overpowering, *gomen nasai* (sorry). Nevertheless, I was willing to try it and found it to be a refreshing change from my usual ***ramen*** and ***sushi***. Overall, I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking to try something new and exciting.

  • lachie85

    I'll be honest, I was a wee bit skeptical about this Chicken and Pearl Couscous Salad at first. I mean, where's the mashed neeps or the haggis? But, I decided to give it a go, and I'm glad I did. The chicken was cooked to perfection, and the pearl couscous was a nice change of pace from the usual mashed potatoes or rice. The veggies were pretty standard, but I did appreciate the lack of Brussels sprouts - now that's what I call a bonus. The dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste, but it wasn't enough to put me off. Overall, it's a solid 4 out of 5 stars from me. Just don't expect me to trade in my plate of neeps and tatties for this anytime soon.