African Style Turkey On Couscous Crock Pot Recipe

Slow-cooked to perfection! This African-inspired crock pot turkey recipe is incredibly flavorful and tender. The aromatic spices blend beautifully with the juicy turkey, creating a comforting and satisfying meal served over fluffy couscous. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 495 mins
Calories 273.2 kcal
Protein 112g
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Ingredients for African Style Turkey On Couscous Crock Pot

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 lbs skinless boneless turkey breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Lime Juice
  • 1 cup dry couscous, cooked according to package directions
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)

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How to Make African Style Turkey On Couscous Crock Pot

  1. Brown the turkey in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes per side. Set aside.
  2. In the crock pot, sauté the onion and garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil for 2-3 minutes until softened.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, curry powder, cumin, paprika, ginger, and salt & pepper to the crock pot. Stir to combine.
  4. Place the browned turkey pieces into the crock pot. Pour in the chicken broth.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 4 hours, until the turkey is cooked through and easily shreds.
  6. While the turkey cooks, prepare the couscous according to package directions.
  7. Once the turkey is cooked, shred it with two forks. Stir the shredded turkey back into the sauce.
  8. Serve the flavorful turkey mixture over a bed of fluffy couscous. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

2g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make African Style Turkey On Couscous Crock Pot?

African Style Turkey On Couscous Crock Pot takes about 515 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 495 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in African Style Turkey On Couscous Crock Pot?

African Style Turkey On Couscous Crock Pot has approximately 273.2 calories per serving, with about 112 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for African Style Turkey On Couscous Crock Pot?

The key ingredients for African Style Turkey On Couscous Crock Pot are Onion, Garlic Cloves, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, Fresh Ginger, Skinless Boneless Turkey Breasts, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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