Today a culinary showstopper that is also very easy to make: pearl couscous risotto with chicken. Just as delicious and creamy as you are used to from risotto, but quicker and with more bite.
Risotto of pearl couscous with chicken
20 minutes
Average
What is pearl couscous?
Pearl couscous, also known as "Israeli couscous" or "ptitim," is a versatile grain product that has become increasingly popular in cuisines around the world in recent years. But where does this delicious and unique couscous come from?
The origins of pearl couscous go back to Israel, where it was created in the 1950s as an alternative to rice during a period of food scarcity. It quickly gained international acclaim for its easy preparation and pleasant texture. Supermarket pearl couscous (e.g. this) is really done within 5 minutes.
Pearl couscous has a firm, chewy texture and a mild, nutty flavor. It is an excellent base for salads, where it perfectly complements the flavors and textures of other ingredients. Moreover, it can be used in soups, as a side dish, or even as a main course, combined with vegetables, herbs and sauces of your choice.
The possibilities with pearl couscous are almost endless. It is quick to prepare and makes a great addition to your culinary repertoire, bringing worldly flavor and history to your own kitchen. So, why not experiment with pearl couscous and indulge your taste buds with this delicious and versatile delicacy? This pearl couscous risotto with chicken is a fantastic start!
Risotto of pearl couscous with chicken
Risotto generally has a slightly longer cooking time, but this version with pearl couscous changes that. The cooking time for this risotto is just a few minutes. Then you season it with Parmesan cheese and I find it even more delicious in texture than regular risotto. Pearl couscous has much more bite than rice and that's why I'm forever Devoted to risotto made from pearl couscous.
Looking for more recipes with pearl couscous? How about this stuffed bell bell pepper with pearl couscous and honey mustard sauce or this salad with pearl couscous, pumpkin and orange? Both incredibly delicious, nutritious and quick to prepare.
What you need:
2
250 gr pearl couscous
1 white onion
1 clove of garlic
250 ml of vegetable stock
40 gr Parmesan cheese
+ extra for garnish
2 chicken breasts
2 tbsp chicken seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
fresh chives
fresh thyme
black pepper
olive oil
What to do:
1
Chop the onion and squeeze the clove of garlic. Heat some olive oil in a pan and sauté the onion and garlic in it for 2 minutes. Add the pearl couscous and fry for 1 minute. Now add the broth and let the pearl couscous cook gently until all the liquid is absorbed.
2
Pat the chicken breasts dry and sprinkle both sides with the chicken seasoning. Massage well. Heat some olive oil in a frying pan and fry the chicken breasts in it on both sides until golden brown.
3
Stir the Parmesan cheese, garlic powder and some pepper into the pearl couscous. Finely chop the chives and ris some sprigs of thyme.
4
Serve the pearl couscous with the chicken breasts and garnish with the chives, thyme, some pepper and extra Parmesan cheese.
5
Enjoy and don't forget to share your dish in your Instastory with the tag @easyculi!
