"Leave the gun. Take the cannolis."--Clemenza, in The Godfather

Share

Lemon Pearl Couscous with Chicken and Peas Recipe

  Tried it? Rate this Recipe:
 

 

This recipe for Lemon Pearl Couscous with Chicken and Peas, by , is from 2015-2016 MOPS Cookbook, one of the cookbooks created at FamilyCookbookProject.com. We'll help you start your own personal cookbook! It's easy and fun. Click here to start your own cookbook!
Contributor:  
Contributor:  
Jill McCarden
Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/3 cups (about 7 ounces) pearl (Israeli) couscous [larger than regular couscous…use whole wheat variety if you can find it]
2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
Zest of 2 large lemons
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan (optional)
4 green onions, chopped
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 ½ cups cooked chicken breast or rotisserie chicken
Directions:
Directions:
In a large saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
Add the couscous and cook until lightly toasted, 2-3 minutes.
Add the broth, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered until the couscous is tender but still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
Stir in the cheese (if desired), green onions, peas, and chicken. Heat through.
Spoons into bowls and serve.

 

 

 

Learn more about the process to create a cookbook -- or
Start your own personal family cookbook right now!  Here's to good eating!

Search for more great recipes here from over 1,500,000 in our family cookbooks!

 

Bookmark and Share

 

 

11W  

Cookbooks are great for Holiday Gifts, Wedding Gifts, Bridal Shower ideas and Family Reunions!

*Recipes and photos entered into the Family Cookbook Project are provided by the submitting contributors. All rights are retained by the contributor. Please contact us if you believe copyright violations have occurred.

Search for more great recipes here from over 1,500,000 in our family cookbooks!