Moroccan Chicken Thighs with Couscous Recipe
Pack your taste buds, darling—this Moroccan Chicken Thighs with Couscous Recipe (the vegan glow-up, of course) takes you straight to Marrakech without boarding a plane. Imagine fragrant spices, golden “thighs,” and fluffy couscous mingling in a bowl of pure magic. It’s bold, aromatic, and effortlessly chic—like a culinary vacation in heels. Each bite bursts with warmth, zest, and that “I totally spent hours cooking” energy, even though you didn’t. No chickens, no chaos, just flavor that dances on your tongue. Grab your skillet and sass, queen—this dinner is spicy, exotic, and completely unforgettable.
Moroccan Chicken Thighs with Couscous Recipe
A vibrant vegan twist on Moroccan Chicken Thighs with Couscous—spiced, aromatic, and irresistibly comforting with a rich North African flair.
Ingredients
Method
- Prep the “Chicken”: Toss seitan or tofu with olive oil, cumin, paprika, turmeric, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Sear the Protein: Heat a skillet and cook each side for 5 minutes until golden and aromatic. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same pan, add olive oil, onions, and garlic. Sauté until fragrant, then stir in tomatoes, broth, lemon juice, cinnamon, coriander, harissa, and maple syrup.
- Simmer: Let the sauce cook for 10 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Combine: Return seitan or tofu to the sauce. Coat evenly and simmer another 5 minutes for full flavor fusion.
- Prepare the Couscous: In a bowl, combine couscous, olive oil, salt, and hot broth. Cover for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- Serve Like Royalty: Plate couscous first, top with saucy “chicken,” and finish with parsley, mint, and lemon wedges.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 345
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 22%
- Vitamin C: 19%
- Calcium: 14%
- Vitamin A: 16%
- Magnesium: 15%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Add raisins or dried apricots to the couscous for sweetness and drama.
- A drizzle of tahini takes this to goddess level.
- Substitute quinoa for couscous if you’re gluten-free.
- Want more spice? Add extra harissa—live dangerously.
- Pairs beautifully with mint tea or your favorite wine (because balance).
