HONEY AND LEMON CHICKEN ON RICE (FOR WOMANS DAY)

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Indian influenced chicken dish to serve on WOMANS DAY, 8th March. A fusion of honey and lemon with orange juice flavours this wonderful chicken dish. A medley of Capsicum peppers add colour, and are so easy to cook, this dish should delight the woman of your dreams, and is good to share.

Provided by Brian Holley

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

800 g chicken breasts
2 cups cooked rice
4 tablespoons olive oil
8 baby onions, peeled (shallots)
2 carrots, finely sliced
5 garlic cloves, crushed
1 inch fresh ginger, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
6 spinach leaves
1/2 yellow capsicum, diced
1/2 red capsicum, diced
1/2 green capsicum, diced
2 tablespoons butter
4 sprigs parsley

Steps:

  • In a bowl mix together the ginger, lemon rind, salt, mustard, orange juice and pepper, half of the chilli flakes, half of the honey, and the lemon juice.
  • Place the chicken breasts in this mixture and marinate for 1 hour.
  • In the meantime heat half of the olive oil in a pan and sautee the onions, and carrots till just glazed. Add the garlic stir and cook for 3 minutes Remove from the heat.
  • Preheat oven to 200 c .
  • Transfer the onion mixture to a baking dish, spread the spinach leaves over the onions and place the chicken on top of the spinach. Pour the remaining honey over the chicken and bake in the oven till tender and golden.
  • Back to the sautee pan. Heat the remaining olive oil in the pan and sautee the capsicums for a few minutes Add the rice to the pan, season with salt and toss all together.
  • Plate the chicken on top of the vegetables and glaze with the cooking juices. Serve the rice in a bowl, Sprinkle the remaining chilli flakes over the chicken and rice, garnish with the parsley.
  • Serve hot.

Danetta Owens
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion.


Daim Gill
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great meal for a busy weeknight.


Prem Bahadur Naharki
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I'm not a big fan of honey, but this recipe changed my mind. The honey and lemon flavors are a perfect combination.


The World
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This is a great recipe to make ahead of time. It reheats well and is just as delicious the next day.


Sanu Sunar
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I love the fact that this recipe can be made in one pot. It makes cleanup a breeze.


gulfraz gul
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The sauce is so good that they'll forget they're eating broccoli.


Abu bokkar Siddik
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your friends and family.


Ellen Townsend
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This is a great recipe for beginners. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Adelina Catuna
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce is amazing.


Mohammed Sae'id
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This honey and lemon chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion.


Sultan Kiyani
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Documentary Documentary
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal for a weeknight dinner.


Golukumar
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I wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm glad I tried it. The chicken was so tender and the sauce was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Dragos Gheorghiu
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This is the best honey and lemon chicken I've ever had. The chicken is cooked to perfection and the sauce is amazing.


Nasima Begom
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and doesn't require a lot of ingredients.


Eleyna Lopez
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This dish is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


zerihun kebede
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious. My family loved it.


Skittles
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This honey and lemon chicken is a delightful dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. The chicken is tender and juicy, while the sauce is rich and flavorful. Served over fluffy rice, this dish is a comf