Tropical Chicken Couscous W- Rum Vinaigrette

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 2
Tropical Chicken Couscous with Rum Vinaigrette Recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 ounces couscous
1 ounce dried mango , chopped up
5 fluid ounces boiling water
4 ounces cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts , shredded
2 green onions , chopped up
2 teaspoons slivered almonds , toasted
1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons pineapple juice
1 1/2 teaspoons dark rum
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/4 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
481
Sugar
16g
Fat
22g
This Tropical Chicken Couscous with Rum Vinaigrette is a perfect dish for those who love the taste of the tropics and a light, refreshing meal. The dish combines cooked boneless skinless chicken breasts, couscous, toasted slivered almonds, and chopped dried mangoes for some sweet and tropical flavor. The homemade rum vinaigrette dressing is whisked together with olive oil, pineapple juice, dark rum, lime juice, chili pepper flakes, and brown sugar for a zesty and sweet flavor that blends perfectly with the salad. This dish is a perfect option for a light lunch or dinner, and its combination of sweet and zesty flavors makes it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Place couscous and chopped dried mango in a bowl. Pour boiling water over ingredients and stir to blend. Cover bowl and let sit until couscous has softened and soaked up all the water.
2.While couscous is soaking, whisk together the olive oil, pineapple juice, dark rum, lime juice, chili pepper flakes, and brown sugar in a separate bowl.
3.Once couscous is ready, fluff it with a fork and stir in the shredded chicken, green onions, and toasted slivered almonds. Pour the rum vinaigrette over the chicken couscous and stir to coat.
4.Serve the dish cold or at room temperature.

PROS

This Tropical Chicken Couscous with Rum Vinaigrette is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is easy to make and perfect for a summer day.

The mango and pineapple juice give it a tropical twist, while the chicken and couscous provide protein and complex carbs, making it a filling meal.

It can be made ahead of time and served cold or at room temperature, making it a great option for picnics and outdoor events.

CONS

The dish requires some preparation with shredding the chicken, toasting the slivered almonds, and chopping the green onions and dried mango.

Some may find the rum vinaigrette too strong, so it may need to be adjusted for personal taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is low in fat and calories and high in protein and carbs, making it a healthy option for a meal.
The mango provides vitamin C and fiber, while the chili pepper flakes have been linked to boosting metabolism and reducing inflammation.

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