Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400° F.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Sprinkle generously over chicken thighs.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Transfer seasoned chicken to the cast iron. Cook until the chicken is golden brown and releases easily from the skillet, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

To the same skillet, add remaining olive oil, garlic and couscous, and cook until the garlic is fragrant and the couscous is toasted, about 2-3 minutes. Add the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Add the chicken back to the skillet, and garnish with lemon slices and rosemary, if desired. Place the skillet in the oven. Bake until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.

Step 6

Serve the chicken with the couscous with fresh herbs and lemon slices, if desired.