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One Pot Lemon Rosemary Dijon Chicken and Butter Toasted Rice Pilaf.

One Pot Lemon Rosemary Dijon Chicken and Butter Toasted Rice Pilaf

A delicious one pot meal featuring lemon, rosemary, and Dijon chicken served with butter toasted rice pilaf.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 572 kcal

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 whole lemon, juice and zest
  • to taste kosher salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1.5 cups mushrooms, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1.5 cups wild rice blend (mix wild and brown rice)
  • 0.5 cup dry orzo pasta
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced or grated
  • 1 whole sprig chopped fresh rosemary
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves , plus more for serving
  • 1 small honeycrisp apple, chopped (optional)
  • 2 cups apple cider (not vinegar)
  • 1 cup dry white wine such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Season the chicken with paprika, lemon zest, and a pinch each of salt and pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet/braiser set over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add the chicken and cook on both sides until golden, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan.
  • To the skillet, add the shallots, carrots, and mushrooms. Cook 5 minutes, until just caramelized. Add the butter, wild rice, orzo, garlic, rosemary, thyme, and apple, if using. Cook 5 minutes, until lightly toasted and golden. Add the apple cider, wine, dijon, lemon juice, and ½ cup of water. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Slide the chicken back into the pan. Add the rosemary sprig. Bake, covered, for 30-40 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked. During the last 10-15 minutes of cooking, remove the lid and allow the chicken to crisp; if needed, add in ¼ cup additional water or chicken broth to keep the rice from getting dry.
  • To serve, fluff the rice with a fork and serve the chicken, rice, and veggies together. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 572kcal
Keyword comfort food, Dijon Chicken, lemon chicken, One Pot Chicken, Rice Pilaf, Rosemary Chicken
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