Chicken And Fruit Couscous Salad Food

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COUSCOUS CHICKEN SALAD



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"This is perfect for a speedy lunch. It's easy to make and you can keep most of the ingredients on hand for a nutritious meal." Linda Baggett - Arcata, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup water
1-3/4 cups uncooked couscous
3 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small cucumber, sliced
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 green onions, sliced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup fat-free Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil. Stir in couscous. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork., Stir in the chicken, artichokes, tomatoes, red pepper, cucumber, parsley, cheese, onions and pepper. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 914mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

COUSCOUS AND CHICKEN FRUIT SALAD



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Couscous gets it's beginnings in North Africa, and this salad is a great introduction it! Great for summer eating!

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

15 1/4 ounces tropical fruit salad
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon grated gingerroot
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 cup uncooked couscous
10 ounces white chicken meat, drained (or leftover chicken)
1/2 cup diced mango
1/2 cup halved red seedless grapes
12 large fresh spinach leaves
2 tablespoons toasted coconut, if desired

Steps:

  • Drain liquid from fruit salad and reserve.
  • In small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup reserved fruit juices, cornstarch, gingerroot and vinegar; blend well with wire whisk.
  • Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbly, stirring constantly. Refrigerate to cool slightly.
  • Add water to the remaining fruit juices to make 1-1/2 cups; place in medium saucepan.
  • Bring to boil over medium heat. STir in couscous. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • Refrigerate 10-15 minutes to cool slightly.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, combine fruit salad, chicken, mango and grapes. Add slightly cooled dressing; toss gently to coat.
  • Line serving platter with spinach leaves.
  • Spoon cooled couscous evenly over spinach.
  • Top with fruit and chicken mixture.
  • Sprinkle with coconut, if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.3, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 41.1, Sodium 80.8, Carbohydrate 67.7, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 6.6, Protein 23.8

CHICKEN SALAD WITH COUSCOUS



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Categories     Salad     Chicken     Fruit     Leafy Green     Nut     Poultry     Low Fat     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Low Sodium     Grapefruit     Walnut     Healthy     Grape     Couscous     Self

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup regular or whole-wheat couscous, or quinoa
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley leaves
2 tbsp chopped walnuts
8 oz smoked boneless chicken breast, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 cups red seedless grapes, halved
2 cups green seedless grapes, halved
1/4 cup fresh pink grapefruit juice
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
1/2 tsp curry powder
1 bunch arugula (about 2 cups packed), coarse stems discarded

Steps:

  • Cook couscous (or quinoa) according to package directions. Stir in cumin and parsley and salt to taste. Let cool to room temperature. To toast walnuts, heat a dry pan over medium heat. Add walnuts and shake or stir 6 or 7 minutes, until lightly browned. In a bowl, toss chicken, grapes, juices, basil, and curry and salt and pepper to taste. Arrange arugula on 4 plates and divide couscous among them. Top with chicken mixture and drizzle remaining liquid over salads. Sprinkle salads with walnuts.

NUMMY COUSCOUS SALAD WITH DRIED FRUIT



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Make and share this Nummy Couscous Salad With Dried Fruit recipe from Food.com.

Provided by trishypie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 cup whole wheat couscous
2 tablespoons raisins
2 tablespoons craisins
1 (19 ounce) can chickpeas
3 green onions, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
1/3 cup dried apricot, finely diced
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup vegetable oil or 1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Put the cous cous into a large bowl and pour boiling water over top. Cover loosely with lid and let sit 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • Meanwhile, chop all your veggies and then add everything to the cous cous and stir well. Serve immediately or let sit in the fridge for a few hours. It tastes better the next day!
  • Enjoy!

COUSCOUS & FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Couscous & Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Motivated Mama

Categories     Fruit

Time 10m

Yield 4 sides, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons shallots, minced
salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups whole wheat couscous, cooked
2 cups summer fruit
2 tablespoons almonds, sliced and toasted

Steps:

  • Wisk olive oil, orange juice, cider vinegar, shallot, salt and pepper.
  • Combine with couscous, fruit and almonds.
  • ENJOY!

LEMON HERB CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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Chicken breasts dressed with lemon and herbs are served with couscous and a bright cucumber feta salad in this weeknight dinner recipe.

Provided by Julie Hubert

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 46m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups chicken broth
1 teaspoon sea salt, divided
1 (10 ounce) box couscous
½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 lemons, juiced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 (4 ounce) thinly sliced skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 pinch sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 large vine-ripened tomatoes
1 English cucumber, chopped
¼ red onion, finely chopped
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
⅓ cup chopped pitted Kalamata olives
¼ cup chopped Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Bring chicken broth and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat; cover and let stand until broth is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff with a fork.
  • Whisk 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup olive oil, lemon juice, rosemary, and oregano together in a bowl to make dressing.
  • Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish. Drizzle 1/4 cup dressing on top. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts; cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a large plate. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Place 3 tablespoons dressing in a large bowl; stir in sugar. Add tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion; toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add feta cheese and toss again.
  • Drizzle remaining dressing over couscous and fold in olives. Divide couscous among 4 plates. Slice chicken breasts and place on top. Serve tomato salad on the side. Sprinkle parsley over each plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 810.2 calories, Carbohydrate 68.4 g, Cholesterol 84.3 mg, Fat 42.2 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 37.8 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1566.8 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

CINNAMON CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS AND DRIED FRUIT



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Categories     Chicken     Onion     Hanukkah     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Dried Fruit     Winter     Cinnamon     Couscous     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 whole chicken legs (about 3 pounds), cut into leg and thigh pieces
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
1 teaspoon ground ginger, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup mixed chopped dried fruit (such as currants, apricots, and prunes)
1 14-ounce can low-salt chicken broth
1 cup couscous
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Sprinkle chicken with salt, pepper, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ginger. Heat oil in large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, skin side down, and cook until skin is brown, about 8 minutes. Turn chicken and transfer skillet to oven. Roast chicken until thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 175°F, about 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to plate; tent with foil.
  • Add onion to drippings in same skillet; sauté onion over medium-high heat until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add dried fruit and remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon ginger; stir to coat. Add broth; bring to boil. Remove skillet from heat, stir in couscous and 1 teaspoon mint. Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Season couscous to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Mound couscous on platter; place chicken atop couscous. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon mint and serve.

COUSCOUS CHICKEN SALAD



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I can't remember where I found this recipe, but the first time I ate so much, I felt sick! It is so good! To make it vegetarian, just substitute the chicken with more vegetables. I think the addition of snow peas would be awesome!!!

Provided by Michelle S.

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup uncooked couscous
1 cup chopped green peppers or 1 cup red pepper
1/2 cup shredded carrot
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup sliced celery
2 green onions, sliced
1/3 cup orange juice
1/3 cup oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 dash salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook couscous according to package directions.
  • Uncover; cool 20 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine couscous and remaining salad ingredients; toss gently.
  • Combine dressing ingredients.
  • Shake well.
  • Pour over salad; toss gently.
  • Cover.
  • Let stand at least 1- 2 hours to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.3, Fat 15.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 35, Sodium 421.9, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.8, Protein 16.7

CHICKEN AND COUSCOUS SALAD



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Chutney is a sweet-tart condiment with the consistency of jelly. Any fruit chutney can be served in place of the mango flavor that's called for.

Provided by Celeste

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 (10 ounce) package couscous (1 1/2 c.)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mango chutney
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
5 green onions, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup grape tomatoes, each tomato halved
1/2 of a cantaloupe, seeded, rind removed (melon cut into 3/4-inch cubes, about 3 cups)
3 cups torn butter lettuce leaves (Boston or Bibb)
1 lime, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan bring the water and curry powder to a boil. Stir in the couscous and salt. Cover the saucepan; remove the pan from heat. Let stand 5 minutes or until water is absorbed by the couscous.
  • Stir about half of the chutney into the couscous mixture.
  • In a medium bowl combine the chicken, green onions, tomatoes, melon, and remaining chutney.
  • To serve, arrange torn lettuce on 6 individual plates. Spoon couscous onto the lettuce then top with the chicken mixture. Squeeze a lime wedge over each serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 35, Sodium 248.9, Carbohydrate 44.5, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 4.4, Protein 19

CHICKEN FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Chicken Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by SJG3483

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups cooked chicken, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup seedless grapes (if possible, sliced in half)
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin orange segments, drained
1 (8 ounce) can water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
mixed salad green

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Mix together mayo, lemon juice, and sugar.
  • Pour over chicken.
  • Toss with mixed salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.3, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 86.4, Sodium 297.8, Carbohydrate 37.9, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 18.7, Protein 28.2

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