Dijon-Baked Chicken with Rice and Broccoli Recipe

Name: Dijon-Baked Chicken with Rice and Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 to 12 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 3/4 pounds); 1 tablespoon curry powder; 3 tablespoons frozen chopped onions; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup honey; 1/2 cup Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon Asian-style hot chili sauce (can be chili-garlic sauce); 1 1/2 cups basmati or white rice; 3 cups water; 5 cups frozen broccoli florets; 1/8 teaspoon your favorite supermarket-style seasoning mix

Servings: persons

10 to 12 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 3/4 pounds)
1 tablespoon curry powder
3 tablespoons frozen chopped onions
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon Asian-style hot chili sauce (can be chili-garlic sauce)
1 1/2 cups basmati or white rice
3 cups water
5 cups frozen broccoli florets
1/8 teaspoon your favorite supermarket-style seasoning mix

1
The night before: Unravel thighs to flatten and scrunch together in a large shallow oven-safe pan.
2
Combine the following in a small mixing bowl in this order: spices, honey, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and hot chili sauce.
3
Stir.
4
Pour evenly over chicken.
5
Flip the chicken around with a fork until each piece is well coated.
6
End by making sure the rough side of the thigh is down.
7
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
8
The next day: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
9
Combine rice and water in a larger oven-safe pot.
10
Stir.
11
Cover and place in preheated oven.
12
Turn chicken over with a fork.
13
Place in preheated oven, beside rice.
14
Set timer for 50 minutes.
15
About halfway through the cooking time for chicken, I like to flip the chicken over again.
16
When the timer rings for chicken, turn off heat but leave it in the oven.
17
Rinse broccoli in colander.
18
Place in a microwave-safe pot or casserole dish with lid.
19
Cover, then microwave at high for 5 minutes.
20
When timer rings, add seasoning mix to broccoli.

914

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 to 12 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 3/4 pounds), 1 tablespoon curry powder, 3 tablespoons frozen chopped onions, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, and more.

Yes, Dijon-Baked Chicken with Rice and Broccoli 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Dijon-Baked Chicken with Rice and Broccoli

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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