Spiced Plum-Glazed Chicken with Toasted Quinoa and Red Onion

Name: Spiced Plum-Glazed Chicken with Toasted Quinoa and Red Onion
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión contemporánea
Ingredients: 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs; 10.5 oz ripe plums; 1 cup quinoa; 2 cups water; 1 cup red onion; 4 cloves garlic; 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar; 2 tbsp honey; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1 tsp lemon zest

Golden chicken thighs finished with a glossy glaze of plums, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and warm spices, served over toasted quinoa with sautéed red onion. An original recipe with a balance of sweetness, acidity, and roasted notes.

20 minPrep

35 minCook

55 minTotal

4Servings

Dairy-FreeGluten-FreeHigh Protein

Ingredients

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700 g boneless skinless chicken thighs (secados with papel of cocina)
300 g ripe plums (boneless and chopped)
180 g quinoa (enjuagada)
480 ml water (for cocer the quinoa)
150 g red onion (en pluma fina)
12 g garlic (chopped finely)
45 ml balsamic vinegar
30 ml honey
45 ml olive oil (divided)
2 g ground cumin
2 g smoked paprika
0.5 g ground cinnamon
120 ml chicken broth (for the glaseado)
6 g salt (or to taste)
1 g black pepper (freshly ground)
10 g fresh parsley (chopped for terminar)
2 g lemon zest (finely grated)

Nutrition facts

per serving

468 kcal

Calories

33 g

Protein

29 g

Carbs

24 g

Fat

4 g

Fiber

25 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Sulfites

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 220°C / 425°F.
2
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and ground cinnamon.
3
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until deeply golden. Transfer temporarily to a plate.
4
In the same skillet, reduce to medium heat and add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the red onion and cook for 3 minutes, stirring. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds more.
5
Add the chopped plums, balsamic vinegar, honey, and chicken broth. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, lightly crushing the plums with a spoon to create a rustic sauce.
6
Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the plum glaze. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 12 to 15 minutes at 220°C / 425°F, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.
7
While the chicken roasts, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add the rinsed quinoa and toast for 2 minutes, stirring, until nutty-smelling.
8
Add the water to the quinoa along with a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce the heat, and cook for 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed. Let rest for 5 minutes and fluff with a fork.
9
Remove the skillet from the oven and add the lemon zest over the chicken and sauce. Let it rest for 3 minutes.
10
Serve the toasted quinoa as the base, top with the glazed chicken, red onion, and plum sauce, and finish with chopped fresh parsley.

Chef tips

If the plums are very tart, add 1 extra teaspoon of honey. For a smoother sauce, mash the fruit more thoroughly in the skillet before roasting.

Substitutions

You can substitute the quinoa with white rice or couscous. The plums can be replaced with firm nectarines or a mix of plums and cherries. If you do not have balsamic vinegar, use red wine vinegar plus an extra 1/2 teaspoon of honey.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized 12" Non-Stick Pan
Eggs, omelets and stir-fries
- Eggs and omelets that don’t stick
- Comfortable, sturdy handle
- Use wooden or silicone utensils
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