Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 35m
Total Time: 40m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (19 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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For sticky apricot chicken:

For rainbow rice:

Nutritional Information

228
calories
6.9g
fat
39.1g
carbohydrates
4.1g
protein
12mg
cholesterol
396mg
sodium
Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

Recipe Description

Looking for a cheap and easy dinner idea? This summery Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice recipe is just the ticket. Sweet marinated apricot chicken wings roasted in the oven until perfectly crispy outside and juicy inside and served with well-seasoned rice – this recipe is as easy as it is economical.  

I take a shortcut with precooked microwavable basmati rice, but you can cook it from scratch on the stove or in a rice cooker. Start by tossing the chicken with apricot jam, paprika, lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil. Then roast the chicken until golden brown and crispy. While the chicken roasts, heat the rice and toss it with a homemade lemon Dijon dressing, corn, bell pepper, Kalamata olives, and green onions. When the chicken wings are golden brown and sticky, serve them with the prepared rainbow rice.   

To make the Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Heat oven

    5 min

    Preheat the oven to 400 °F.

  2. 2

    Prepare chicken

    2 min
    Step 2 - Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

    In a large bowl, toss together 2 pounds chicken, ⅓ cup apricot jam, 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon olive oil until well coated.

  3. 3

    Transfer chicken to baking dish

    1 min
    Step 3 - Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

    In a large baking dish, arrange the undrained chicken in a single layer.

  4. 4

    Roast

    30 min
    Step 4 - Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

    Roast the chicken for 30 minutes or until cooked through.

  5. 5

    Prepare rainbow rice: Heat rice

    5 min
    Step 5 - Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

    In the meantime, prepare the rainbow rice. Heat the rice according to the package instructions.

  6. 6

    Prepare dressing

    2 min
    Step 6 - Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

    In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice.

  7. 7

    Add in rice and remaining ingredients

    2 min
    Step 7 - Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

    Gently stir in the rice, 1 diced red bell pepper, ⅓ cup sliced Kalamata olives, and 2 thinly sliced green onions. Season to taste.

  8. 8

    Serve

    Step 8 - Sticky Apricot Chicken with Rainbow Rice

    Serve the chicken with rice.

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About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

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