Spicy Cheddar Chicken on Vegetable Couscous

Summary

• Difficulty:
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
• 2-1/2 tsp. Caribbean jerk seasoning, divided
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) chicken broth
• 4 cups fresh, cut vegetables, such as carrots, zucchini, onion, beans, cauliflower
• 1 cup couscous, uncooked
• 1-1/2 cups (6 oz.) Sargento® Fancy Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
• 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh thyme (optional)
• Mango, peach or cranberry chutney (optional)

Directions

1. Sprinkle both sides of chicken breasts with 1-1/2 teaspoons jerk seasoning. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts; cook 4 minutes per side or until cooked through; set aside.
2. Add broth, remaining jerk seasoning and vegetables to skillet; heat to a simmer over high heat. Cook 3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in couscous; remove skillet from heat. Arrange chicken over couscous mixture; top with cheese. Cover; let stand 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with thyme and serve with chutney, if desired.

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