Savory Glazed Chicken Herb Rice (Printable)

Tender glazed chicken paired with aromatic herb rice and crispy roasted potatoes for a satisfying meal.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Glaze

01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/4 cup honey
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if required)
05 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Herb Rice

10 - 1 cup long-grain rice
11 - 2 cups chicken broth
12 - 1 tablespoon butter
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
16 - 1 small shallot, finely diced
17 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Crispy Potatoes

18 - 1 pound small Yukon gold potatoes, quartered
19 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
20 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
21 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
22 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - Whisk together honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
03 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear skin-side down until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook another 2 minutes.
04 - Pour glaze over chicken, turning to coat. Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, basting once or twice, until chicken is cooked through and glaze is glossy.
05 - Toss quartered potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer.
06 - Roast potatoes in the hot oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
07 - Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and sauté until translucent. Stir in rice, coating well, then pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes or until rice is tender.
08 - Fluff rice with a fork, then stir in chopped parsley, dill, and chives. Season to taste.
09 - Serve the glazed chicken alongside herb rice and crispy potatoes.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • The glaze creates this incredible sticky caramelized coating that makes store-bought sauces seem boring
  • Everything cooks on one oven temperature so you are not juggling three different pans at different heat levels
  • The combination of crispy potatoes fragrant rice and juicy chicken hits every single texture craving in one meal
02 -
  • The glaze can burn if left too long under the broiler so watch closely during the last few minutes of roasting
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving so the juices redistribute and keep the meat incredibly moist
03 -
  • If using chicken breasts instead of thighs reduce the oven time to 20-25 minutes and check for doneness early
  • The glaze works beautifully on salmon or pork chops if you want to change up the protein

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