Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons butter
  • 1 (10 ounce) box couscous
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 orange bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 onion, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
  • 1/2 pound boneless chicken tenders, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can black beans, drained
  • 1 splash dry white wine (optional)
  • 1/4 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (optional)

Method

  • Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan with the chicken bouillon and the butter; pour over the couscous in a large bowl.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the couscous to absorb the moisture entirely, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork.
  • Set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over high heat.
  • Cook the red, yellow, and orange bell pepper with onion in the hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes; season with the garlic powder.
  • Add the chicken to the skillet and continue cooking until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir the couscous, tomatoes, black beans, and white wine into the mixture; continue cooking and stirring until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Top with the cheese to serve.