Chicken with Szechuan Spices

A popular quick meal that could even be eaten for breakfast. Served with a salad it makes a great Sunday evening dinner.

Author

blucouscous

Category

Recipe

Date

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Yields

2 Servings

Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 brown onion, finely chopped
  • 3 rashers of bacon, diced
  • 250g of Blue Gourmet Pearl Couscous
  • 500ml of boiling chicken stock or boiling water
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 or 3 eggs
  • 2 or 3 eggs
  • 2 tbsp Finely chopped parsley, optional
  • 1 3 tbsp finely grated parmesan cheese or other cheese 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley, optional Heat the oil in a pan and stir-fry the onion and bacon for 2 minutes. Add the couscous, stir for 1 minute, then add the boiling chicken stock. Season with salt and pepper and bring to a simmer. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for 8-10 minutes until just done. Stir once or twice during the cooking. When it is almost cooked, add the eggs, parmesan cheese and parsley and stir for about 20 seconds. Turn off the heat and wait a few minutes before serving