Roasted Curried Chicken with Couscous Recipe
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Roasted Curried Chicken with Couscous

By: greennie  
"A great blend of exciting and subtle flavors that are infused into the chicken during cooking, making every bite juicy and lively. As 'lively' as the flavor is, it is also great as a winter comfort food. I like to make the chicken just a bit on the spicy side, as when it is served with a side of mildly spiced couscous it mellows just enough. Makes the whole house smell delicious!"

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What to Drink?

Wine Riesling
Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
1 Hr 30 Min
Ready In:
2 Hrs

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Original Recipe Yield 5 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 7 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 4 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1 pinch ground ginger (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 (2 1/2 pound) whole chicken, rinsed and patted dry
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  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 1/4 cups dry couscous
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 bay leaf

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Stir together 2 tablespoons of smoked paprika, chili powder, 7 1/2 teaspoons curry powder, 4 1/2 teaspoons onion powder, salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon sage, and ginger in a small bowl. Pour in 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and vegetable oil; stir to form a paste.
  3. Rub a little of the paste on the inside cavity of the chicken, then massage the remaining paste all over the chicken, placing it under the skin where you can. Truss the chicken if desired, and place onto a roasting pan.
  4. Roast in preheated oven until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 90 minutes. If using a meat thermometer, be sure the chicken has reached at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
  5. While the chicken is roasting, bring 1 cup chicken broth, water, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and butter to a boil in a large saucepan. Stir together the couscous 1 tablespoon curry powder, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons paprika, 1/2 teaspoon sage, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and the bay leaf in a large bowl. Stir the couscous into the boiling liquid, and cook for 3 minutes. Turn the heat off and cover. Keep the couscous warm until the chicken is ready.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 765 | Total Fat: 34.7g | Cholesterol: 111mg

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Reviewed on Sep. 15, 2008 by SunnyByrd Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Great flavor! I roasted my 5lb chicken on 350 as I usually do, because I was afraid 400 would... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 2, 2008 by A.Z. 
This was a very nice curry with some subtle additions. I used it mostly for the spice... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 20, 2008 by Kim 
I really liked this, it reminds me very much of the chicken at the ethiopian restaurant that I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 29, 2009 by Harvestdance 
The balance in this spice mix was just perfect. I didn't change a thing and we all loved it. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 6, 2009 by Traci's Kitchen Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
I thought everything in the chicken was great, but it seemed to only be on the skin and the... MORE
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Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2009 by kybluestocking 
Another great roasted chicken recipe! MORE
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Reviewed on Oct. 29, 2009 by Barby 
I tried this recipe (made by stepdaughter) and I thought was good, but if marinated could be... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2009 by Leeanne O'Donohue 
I just made the couscous part of this recipe to go with the Garlic Chicken Kabobs from this... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2009 by TruthKid Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
My wife made this for me using smoked paprika and chicken breasts and it was delicious. The... MORE

 
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