"One pan Thai peanut chicken couscous packed with protein, colorful veggies and a rich & creamy peanut sauce. Options to add a kick of heat!..."
INGREDIENTS
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For the chicken:
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1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
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Freshly ground salt and pepper
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For the peanut couscous:
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 (15 ounce) can light coconut milk
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¾ cup low sodium chicken broth (or sub water)
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½ cup creamy natural peanut butter (just peanuts + salt)
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2-3 tablespoons gluten free soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
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1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
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1 tablespoon chili paste or sriracha
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Optional for a spicy peanut sauce: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (plus ¼ teaspoon more if you love it a little extra spicy!)
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1 cup Israeli pearl couscous
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Add-ins:
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2 large carrots, thinly sliced
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3 cups broccoli florets
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1 red bell pepper, julienned
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To garnish:
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Green onion (green part only), diced
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Fresh chopped cilantro
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Honey roasted peanuts, chopped
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Hot sauce, if desired