Citrus-Herb Infused Chicken with Lavender Honey Glaze and Pistachio-Cranberry Couscous

This elegant chicken dish features a unique citrus-herb infusion paired with a delicate lavender honey glaze, served alongside a vibrant pistachio-cranberry couscous. Perfect for special occasions, this recipe combines sophisticated flavors and stunning presentation to impress your guests.

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20m prep
30m cook
4 servings
medium difficulty
Total: 50m
Ingredients
boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 pieces
orange zest
1 tablespoon
lemon zest
1 tablespoon
lime zest
1 tablespoon
fresh thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons
olive oil
3 tablespoons
salt
1 teaspoon
black pepper
1 teaspoon
honey
1 cup
dried lavender
1 tablespoon
couscous
1 cup
pistachios, chopped
1 2/3 cup
dried cranberries
1 2/3 cup
lemon juice
1 tablespoon
Instructions
1

Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, combine the zest of 1 orange, 1 lemon, and 1 lime with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh thyme and 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

2

Rub this mixture all over 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.

3

In a separate bowl, mix 1/4 cup of honey with 1 tablespoon of dried lavender and set aside. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

4

Once hot, sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Pour the lavender honey glaze over the chicken and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.

5

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. While the chicken is baking, prepare the couscous by cooking 1 cup of couscous according to package instructions.

6

Once cooked, fluff with a fork and stir in 1/2 cup of chopped pistachios, 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, and the juice of 1 lemon.

7

Season with salt and pepper to taste. To serve, place a generous scoop of the pistachio-cranberry couscous on each plate, top with the glazed chicken, and drizzle any remaining glaze from the skillet over the top.

8

Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and lemon wedges for an elegant presentation.

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