Spicy Chicken Delight (Print Format)
Tender chicken and fluffy rice come together with zucchini in a hot and sweet chipotle honey glaze. Quick and ideal for busy nights!
# Ingredients:
→ Primary Ingredients
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6 pieces of chicken (thighs or breasts, skin on or off)
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1/4 cup grated parmesan
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1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin)
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1 teaspoon of dried onion powder
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2 teaspoons of fresh lemon zest
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1-2 tablespoons of diced chipotle in adobo
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4 minced garlic cloves
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1 teaspoon of paprika (smoked)
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1 3/4 cups uncooked basmati rice
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2 cups of sliced zucchini
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2 tablespoons of butter (salted)
→ Spicy Honey
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1/2 cup of honey
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3/4 teaspoon chili powder (chipotle)
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2-3 tablespoons of spicy hot sauce
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A sprinkle of sea salt
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1/2 teaspoon dried onion powder
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1-3 teaspoons of ground cayenne
# Steps:
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Turn the oven on to 400°F.
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Combine the chicken with olive oil, parmesan, chipotle, paprika, onion powder, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl.
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Spread the rice and zucchini into a 9×13-inch dish. Add 2 cups of water. Scatter the butter on top. Then, place the chicken pieces over the zucchini and rice.
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Put everything in the oven for 30-40 minutes. The rice will be soft, and the chicken will be done. If the rice isn't fully cooked, add 1/3 cup more liquid, and pop it back in for 10 minutes.
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Heat the honey, hot sauce, cayenne, onion powder, chili powder, and some salt in a small pot until combined.
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Once the chicken's done baking, drizzle half the honey on top. Serve with rice and zucchini, adding fresh basil and a bit more sauce if you like. Dig in!
# Tips:
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You can make it spicier or milder by playing around with how much chipotle, hot sauce, and cayenne you add.
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The spicy honey sauce can be prepped in advance and kept in the fridge for 2 weeks max.
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Swap the basmati rice for brown rice if you like, but the cooking time and water amount will need tweaking.