Instant Pot® Piccata Israeli Couscous

Name: Instant Pot® Piccata Israeli Couscous
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons diced shallot; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 cup Israeli couscous; 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 tablespoons capers; 1 teaspoon caper brine; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste; 4 lemon wedges

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If you're a fan of chicken piccata, you're going to love piccata Israeli couscous. Its bright, fresh lemony flavor is enhanced by the briny capers, and it's incredibly easy to make.

Recipe by lutzflcat

Updated on July 2, 2020

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

Yield:

4 servings

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons diced shallot
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup Israeli couscous
1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons capers
1 teaspoon caper brine
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste
4 lemon wedges

Directions

Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot®), and select Saute function. Heat butter and oil until butter is melted. Add shallot, lemon zest, and garlic; cook until garlic is translucent, 1 to 2 minutes. Add couscous and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and toasted, about 2 minutes. Turn off Saute function.
Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Carefully release pressure using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid, and stir in the capers and caper brine.
Garnish with parsley and Parmesan cheese. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

61	Calories
5g	Fat
4g	Carbs
2g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 61
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g	6%
Saturated Fat 2g	12%
Cholesterol 10mg	3%
Sodium 235mg	10%
Total Carbohydrate 4g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g
Vitamin C 19mg	96%
Calcium 33mg	3%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 66mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.