Delicious Date and Mascarpone Chicken with Couscous

This decadent dish combines tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich mascarpone sauce with the sweetness of dates and the tangy pop of capers. Served over fluffy couscous, this dish is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your repertoire.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup mascarpone cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped dates
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup couscous
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, mascarpone cheese, dates, capers, and lemon zest.
6. Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring to combine all the ingredients.
7. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
8. Cover and simmer for another 10 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
9. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the couscous according to package instructions.
10. Serve the chicken breasts over the couscous, garnished with fresh parsley.
11. Enjoy your delicious date and mascarpone chicken with couscous!

Interesting Facts