Chicken With Honey-Lemon Leeks Recipe

Name: Chicken With Honey-Lemon Leeks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds); 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind; 4 teaspoons olive oil; 4 cups thinly sliced leek (about 3 large); 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons honey; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives (optional); Lemon wedges (optional)

Servings: persons

8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
4 teaspoons olive oil
4 cups thinly sliced leek (about 3 large)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons honey
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives (optional)
Lemon wedges (optional)

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["Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and pepper. Massage lemon rind into chicken. Remove lid from a 6-quart Instant Pot(R). Press [Saute], and use [Adjust] to select ""More"" mode. When the word ""Hot"" appears, swirl in 2 teaspoons of the oil. Add chicken to cooker. Turn cooker off.", "Close and lock the lid of the Instant Pot(R). Turn the steam release handle to ""Sealing"" position. Press [Manual]; select ""High Pressure,"" and use [-] or [+] to choose 11 minutes pressure cooking time. When time is up, turn cooker off. Open the cooker using Quick Pressure Release (page 4). Remove chicken from cooker, and place on a platter; keep warm.", "Press [Saute], and use [Adjust] to select ""More"" mode. Add remaining 2 teaspoons oil to cooker; swirl to coat. Add leek and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook 15 minutes or until leek begins to brown, scraping inner pot frequently to loosen browned bits. Turn cooker off. Remove inner pot from cooker; stir in lemon juice and honey. Top chicken with leek mixture. If desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley or chives, and serve with lemon wedges.", "Select chicken thighs that are equal in size so they will cook evenly."]

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds), 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Honey-Lemon Leeks falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken With Honey-Lemon Leeks

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