Chicken Tagine with Middle Eastern Couscous and Spinach

What is one to do when the freezer's only animal-based protein is a lonely pair of chicken thighs and there are four mouths to feed? Stretch it with beans and vegetables!

This North African-style stew is full of warm spices, and unlike the last tagine I had from a fellow student, isn't tooth-achingly sweet. The combination of spices, legumes, and fruits meld together for a well-balanced winter meal, and all of the ingredients are things I had on hand.

FYI - As is, this recipe is approachable for a child's palate. If made for adults, it would benefit from a little heat. We like Brother Bru Bru's hot sauce, which is African in style and works well with this dish.