Skillet Lemon Chicken with Fresh Herbs and Couscous
Ingredients
Food Safety
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Steps
Place the thighs skin side up in an oven safe skillet and season with the salt and pepper; set aside.
In a small bowl combine the olive oil, fresh oregano, garlic and the juice from 1 lemon. Stir to combine. Pour over the chicken thighs.
Slice the remaining lemon and scatter the slices around and on top of the thighs. Dot the butter on top of the lemon pieces.
Bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) until cooked through, about 40 minutes, or until internal temperature has reached 165°F (74°C).
During the last 10 minutes of cooking, start the couscous. In a small pot bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the couscous, turn the heat off and cover. Let the couscous stand for 8 minutes and fluff with a fork.
When the chicken comes out of the oven, sprinkle it with the fresh thyme. Serve immediately, with juices over a bed of couscous.
Nutrition Info
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 814 |
| Protein | 63 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 100 g |
| Fibre | 7 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 293 mg |
| Sodium | 674 mg |
| Per serving | % Daily Value |
|---|---|
| Potassium | 120 |
| Calcium | 3 |
| Iron | 41 |
| Vitamin A | 6 |
| Vitamin C | 54 |
