Pearl Couscous with Chicken in a Coconut-Spinach Sauce
20 min · 2 servings · 502 kcal/serving
Pearl Couscous with Chicken in a Coconut-Spinach Sauce – at a glance
Pearl Couscous with Chicken in a Coconut-Spinach Sauce is a high-protein Fitaily recipe for 2 servings (dinner). You can make it in about 20 minutes. One serving has about 502 kcal, 40.5 g protein, 48.6 g carbs, 15.1 g fat.
A quick and healthy low-glycemic-index dinner, perfect for people with insulin resistance. A combination of tender chicken, creamy coconut milk, and fresh spinach with pearl couscous.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 502 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 40.5 g |
| Carbs | 48.6 g |
| Fat | 15.1 g |
We calculate macros from the ingredients and the Fitaily product database. These are estimates — manufacturer labels and serving sizes may differ. This is not individual dietary advice.
Which diet is this recipe for?
Fitaily tags: wysokobiałkowy. Meal: kolacja. Tags come from the recipe author, not from a lab.
Storage and reheating
General tip: chill servings within 2 hours and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat until steaming hot. Nutrition values refer to a freshly prepared serving.
Ingredients
- 100 g Pearl couscous
- 250 g Chicken breast
- 100 g Fresh spinach
- 30 g Dried tomatoes
- 200 g Zucchini
- 150 ml Light Coconut Milk
- 5 g Garlic
- 10 g Olive oil
- 5 g Spices (salt, pepper, paprika, curry)
Preparation
- Cook the pearl couscous according to the package directions until it is al dente.
- Dice the chicken, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and curry powder, and then sauté it in hot olive oil.
- Add the diced zucchini and the pressed garlic to the chicken. Sauté for a few minutes, until the zucchini softens slightly.
- Add the spinach and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the pan. Sauté until the spinach wilts.
- Pour in the coconut milk and simmer everything over low heat for 3–5 minutes. Season to taste again if necessary.
- Add the cooked couscous to the prepared sauce, mix everything thoroughly, and spoon onto plates. Optionally, sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories and protein are in one serving of Pearl Couscous with Chicken in a Coconut-Spinach Sauce?
One serving has about 502 kcal, 40.5 g protein, 48.6 g carbs, 15.1 g fat. The calculation comes from the Fitaily ingredient database and is approximate.
Is Pearl Couscous with Chicken in a Coconut-Spinach Sauce good for meal prep?
General tip: chill servings within 2 hours and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 2–3 days. Reheat until steaming hot. Nutrition values refer to a freshly prepared serving.