Chicken with Figs in Ras-el-Hanout and Couscous - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 6

Dinner

This Chicken with Figs in Ras-el-Hanout and Couscous is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Mourad Lahlou Ras-el-hanout is a Moroccan spice blend available at some specialty foods stores and from adrianascaravan.com. Couscous is delicious tossed with brown butter: Simply melt butter over medium heat until browned, then toss it with th

Ingredients

6 whole chicken leg-thigh pieces (about 4 1/2 pounds total)
1 tablespoon salt plus additional for seasoning
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
12 baby carrots, peeled
1 cup shallots, peeled, halved (about 4 large)
3 garlic cloves, peeled
1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme plus additional for garnish
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons ras-el-hanout
3 cups low-salt chicken broth
3/4 cup dry white wine
14 Brown Turkey figs, halved
2 teaspoons Sherry wine vinegar
Couscous (prepared according to package directions)

Instructions

Arrange chicken on rimmed baking sheet and sprinkle each side of each piece with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cover with plastic wrap and chill overnight.
Preheat oven to 350 °F. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Transfer chicken to skillet and sear until golden, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to heavy roasting pan, skin side up. Add carrots, shallots, garlic, 1 teaspoon thyme, lemon peel, ras-el-hanout, chicken broth, white wine, and remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil to skillet. Bring to boil, whisking up brown bits. Pour mixture over chicken in roasting pan and bring to simmer over medium heat. Cover with foil; place in oven. Braise 1 hour, until tender.
Transfer chicken, carrots, and shallots to baking sheet; discard garlic. Pour pan juices into large saucepan. Spoon off fat from surface. Boil juices until reduced to 1 3/4 cups, whisking occasionally, about 18 minutes. Add figs and vinegar; cook until figs are just heated through, 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Place cooked couscous on large plate. Top with chicken, vegetables, and figs. Spoon sauce over chicken and figs. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chicken with Figs in Ras-el-Hanout and Couscous good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chicken with Figs in Ras-el-Hanout and Couscous recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Dinner with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Dinner. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 6 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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