Ptitim are what Israeli’s call Israeli couscous, the large type of couscous, which are actually just mini pastas. They are best when toasted in a pan before being cooked, so this one pot chicken recipe is meant to be and is perfect!
This recipe is simple and easy and everyone loves it for that reason. We love lots of spices and flavor, but sometimes simpler is better.
One Pot Chicken and Ptitim
Servings
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs or bone-in chicken thighs
- Kosher salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces 2 cups ptitim, uncooked
- 1 large onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 head broccoli cut into florets, about 2 cups florets
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- Garnish: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Coat a large cast iron skillet or heavy bottomed saute pan with 1 tablespoon evoo and set over medium high heat.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper over chicken thighs and place in the pan. Let cook for 5 minutes or until the chicken has browned on one side. Turn the chicken pieces over and cook until browned on the other side. Remove to a plate.
- Add the ptitim to the pan and stir to coat in oil and toast. Once it begins to brown add the onions.
- Reduce heat to medium and cook stirring often until onions begin to soften. Add garlic and cook another 2 minutes. Add broccoli florets and stir well.
- Add chicken back to the pan and pour the broth over top. Increase heat to medium high and let the stock come to a boil. Cover and cook on low, simmering until all liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.
- Add peas and tomatoes and garnish with parsley
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
One Pot Chicken and Ptitim
Amount per Serving
Calories
455
% Daily Value*
Fat
22.6
g
35
%
Cholesterol
110
mg
37
%
Sodium
803
mg
35
%
Carbohydrates
41.1
g
14
%
Fiber
5.4
g
23
%
Sugar
3.5
g
4
%
Protein
25.7
g
51
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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