Warm-spiced grilled chicken, smoky eggplant, and juicy September tomatoes make this Lebanese-inspired dinner fresh, colorful, and weeknight-friendly.
- Total time: 45 min
- Servings: 2 servings
- Estimated total cost: $15
- Calories per serving: 760 cal
- Grill
- Stovetop
Drink pairing: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc complements the lemony chicken, smoky eggplant, and fresh tomato salad.
Details
Ingredients
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Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs12 ounces $5.99
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Organic Eggplant1 large (about 1 pound) $3.49
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Couscous2/3 cup (about 4 ounces) $7.81
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Organic Dry Farmed Tomato8 ounces $4.99
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Italian Parsley Bunch1/2 cup chopped leaves $1.49
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Organic Lemons3 tablespoons juice $1.29
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garlic3 cloves
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extra-virgin olive oil3 tablespoons
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Morton kosher salt2 3/4 teaspoons, divided
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ground cumin1 1/2 teaspoons, divided
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ground coriander1 teaspoon
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smoked paprika1 teaspoon
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ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon, divided
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water2/3 cup
Instructions
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Preheat a grill to medium-high, about 425°F. Pat 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken thighs dry. Slice 1 large eggplant lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick planks. Dice 8 ounces dry-farmed tomato, chop 1/2 cup parsley leaves, and mince 3 garlic cloves.
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Coat the chicken with the marinade:
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Morton kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Let stand for 15 minutes while preparing the other components.
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Coat the eggplant planks on both sides with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon Morton kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.
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Bring 2/3 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon Morton kosher salt to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in 2/3 cup couscous, cover, and remove from the heat. Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
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Make the tomato-parsley salad by combining the prepared tomato and parsley with 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/2 teaspoon Morton kosher salt.
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Grill the eggplant until tender and well marked, 4–5 minutes per side. Grill the marinated chicken alongside it for 5–7 minutes per side, pulling it at 175°F. Transfer the chicken to a board and rest for 5 minutes.
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Divide the couscous between two plates. Top with sliced grilled chicken, grilled eggplant, and the tomato-parsley salad, spooning its juices over everything.
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