Chopped & Ready

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Piri Piri Chicken

with sweet carrots and herby couscous

Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Spicy

Cook Within: 4 days

Contains: Tree Nuts (Almonds), Milk, Wheat

All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
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  • Calorie-Conscious
  • Fiber-Rich
  • Protein-Packed

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In Your Box (serves 4)

  • 20 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Cutlet
  • 16 oz. Coin Cut Carrots
  • 16 oz. Cooked Couscous
  • 3 oz. Creme Fraiche
  • 2 oz. Chimichurri
  • 1½ oz. Greek Feta Dressing
  • ¾ oz. Roasted Garlic & Herb Butter
  • ½ fl. oz. Honey
  • ½ oz. Roasted Sliced Almonds
  • 1 tsp. Portuguese Piri Piri Blend
Contains: FD&C Red No. 40 and FD&C Yellow No. 5
Food intolerance information

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  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    580
  • Carbohydrates
    43g
  • Net Carbs
    38g
  • Fat
    29g
  • Protein
    36g
  • Sodium
    1600mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • 1 Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • 2 Large Non-Stick Pans
  • 1 Microwave

Before You Cook

Cooking Guidelines

To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:

  • Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
  • Seafood 145° F |
  • Chicken 165° F |
  • Ground Beef 160° F |
  • Ground Turkey 165° F |
  • Ground Pork 160° F

Customize It Instructions

  • If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.

  1. 1

    Cook the Chicken

    Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with piri piri seasoning (use less if spice-averse) and 1/4 tsp. salt. Kids not a fan of extra heat? Feel free to skip/reduce the piri piri seasoning.

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 Tbsp. olive oil.

    Add chicken to hot pan. Cook until browned and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 3-5 minutes per side.

    Cutlet thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner cutlet, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.

    Remove from burner.

    While chicken cooks, continue recipe.

  2. 2

    Cook the Carrots

    Place another large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add carrots, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 cup water to hot pan. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Alternatively, reserve half the raw carrots for snacking/serving on the side.

    Once simmering, cover and cook until water is almost completely evaporated, 3-5 minutes.

    Uncover and stir in butter and honey until combined and carrots are tender, 1-2 minutes.

    Remove from burner.

    While carrots cook, continue recipe.

  3. 3

    Heat the Couscous

    In a microwave-safe bowl, combine couscous, 2 Tbsp. water, and 1/4 tsp. salt. Cover with a damp paper towel.

    Microwave covered until heated through, 2-3 minutes.

    Carefully remove from microwave. Stir in a pinch of salt, chimichurri (to taste), and 2/3 the creme fraiche (reserve remaining for sauce) until combined. Kids not a fan of extra heat? Feel free to skip/reduce the chimichurri.

    While couscous microwaves, continue recipe.

  4. 4

    Make Sauce and Finish Dish

    In a mixing bowl, combine dressing and remaining creme fraiche.

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping chicken with sauce. Garnish couscous with almonds. Slice chicken, if desired. Bon appétit!

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