Easy-to-Love Chicken Thighs and Couscous

Does this look like summer on a platter or what? Everyone needs a back-pocket chicken recipe, and this pantry-friendly version lives up to its name. The vinegary marinade leans on spice-cabinet stalwarts to make a quick brine that delivers juicy meat with a sweet-and-tangy finish in just 15 minutes (even better if you have time for an overnight soak). You can get started on a simple seasonal Israeli couscous salad while the marinade does its thing. The grill takes care of both the corn and chicken here, but if you don't have access to a grill (or would like to enjoy this year-round), your trusty broiler can achieve the same char for both ingredients. However you cook the chicken, be sure to give the thighs some time to rest before slicing.