Salsa Chicken With Couscous Recipes

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CHICKEN WITH SALSA AND COUSCOUS



Chicken With Salsa and Couscous image

I made this using Pace Picante Sauce but any salsa will do, I also added in 2 teaspoons crushed red chili flakes for some heat.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Poultry

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups hot cooked rice or 3 cups couscous
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup coarsely chopped almonds
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
8 chicken thighs, preferably with skin removed
1 cup thick 'n chunky salsa
1/4 cup water
3 -4 tablespoons dried currants (or to taste)
1 tablespoon honey
3/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • While couscous or rice is cooking heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  • Add in almonds; cook 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Remove almonds from skillet with slotted spoon; set aside.
  • Add garlic; cook 30 seconds then add chicken and cook 4-5 minutes or until browned, turning once.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the salsa, and all remaining ingredients; mix well.
  • Add to chicken; mix well.
  • Reduce heat to medium; cover, and cook for 20 minutes, or until fork-tender or until the juices run clear stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in almonds.
  • Serve chicken with cooked coucous or rice.

HARVESTTIME CHICKEN WITH COUSCOUS



Harvesttime Chicken with Couscous image

Even on busy days, I can start this chicken in a slow cooker and still get to work on time. When I come home, spinach salad and crescent rolls round out the menu. -Heidi Rudolph, Oregon, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1-1/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup peach or mango salsa
1/4 cup golden raisins
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon pepper
COUSCOUS:
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked whole wheat couscous

Steps:

  • In a 4-qt. slow cooker, layer sweet potatoes, red pepper and chicken breasts. In a small bowl, mix tomatoes, salsa, raisins and seasonings; pour over chicken. Cook, covered, on low 3-4 hours or until sweet potatoes and chicken are tender., About 10 minutes before serving, prepare couscous. In a small saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Stir in couscous. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork., Remove chicken from slow cooker; coarsely shred with 2 forks. Return chicken to slow cooker, stirring gently to combine. Serve with couscous., Freeze option: Place cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, stirring gently; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 699mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

SALSA CHICKEN



Salsa Chicken image

Someone gave me this recipe a few years back and it's become a household favorite. You can use mild, medium or hot salsa depending on your taste. I usually serve it with Spanish rice and Mexican-style canned corn. Very easy and quick!

Provided by Faye

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)
  • Place chicken breasts in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle taco seasoning on both sides of chicken breasts, and pour salsa over all.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is tender and juicy and its juices run clear.
  • Sprinkle chicken evenly with cheese, and continue baking for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Top with sour cream if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 101.3 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 863.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

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