Baked Maple Chicken with Pear Pilaf

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Baked Maple Chicken with Pear Pilaf
55 min.
6
541kcal

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Discover the perfect harmony of flavors in our Baked Maple Chicken with Pear Pilaf, a delightful dish that is both gluten-free and dairy-free, making it ideal for a variety of dietary preferences. This deliciously satisfying recipe brings together tender, juicy chicken glazed with sweet maple syrup, pairing beautifully with a fragrant pilaf that combines the earthy taste of mixed brown and wild rice with the sweetness of fresh pears and the subtle warmth of thyme.

Imagine sitting down to a scrumptious meal that not only comforts the palate but also nourishes the body! This dish serves six and is ready in just 55 minutes, making it a fantastic option for a family dinner or a gathering with friends. The dish is rich in flavor while remaining balanced; with approximately 541 calories per serving, it's the perfect main course for lunch or dinner.

As the chicken bakes to golden perfection in the oven, the aromatic pilaf simmers on the stove, filling your kitchen with enticing scents. Each bite offers a delightful textural contrast—crispy chicken skin and fluffy rice with succulent, juicy pear pieces. Serve it up with a side salad for a complete meal, or enjoy it on its own as the star of your dining table. Impress your guests or treat yourself and your loved ones with this extraordinary culinary experience!

Ingredients

  •  bartlett pears organic cored peeled chopped
  • 1.5 cups brown and rice mix wild
  • rib celery thinly sliced
  • teaspoon thyme leaves fresh chopped
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • tablespoon maple syrup 
  • teaspoons olive oil extra-virgin divided
  • small onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt divided
  • 3.5 pounds meat from a rotisserie chicken whole cut into 8 pieces

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place the chicken pieces in a roasting pan or on a rimmed baking sheet.Coat the chicken with 2 teaspoons olive oil, sprinkle with pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt; bake 45 minutes or until cooked through.
  3. Remove from oven and brush the chicken with maple syrup.Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, heat the remaining olive oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Add onion, celery and garlic and cook until golden, 5 to 7 minutes.Stir in rice and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 35 minutes.Stir in pears, thyme and remaining salt and continue to cook 10 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  5. Serve rice with chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories541kcal
Protein22.36%
Fat40.04%
Carbs37.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.38
Glycemic Load
24.41
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
20.3743477075%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.2mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Isorhamnetin
0.58mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:541.48kcal
27.07%
Fat:23.91g
36.78%
Saturated Fat:6.32g
39.49%
Carbohydrates:50.5g
16.83%
Net Carbohydrates:46.65g
16.97%
Sugar:8.49g
9.44%
Cholesterol:95.25mg
31.75%
Sodium:326.96mg
14.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.04g
60.08%
Manganese:1.96mg
97.81%
Vitamin B3:12.45mg
62.25%
Vitamin B6:0.75mg
37.31%
Phosphorus:361.02mg
36.1%
Selenium:18.58µg
26.54%
Magnesium:101.6mg
25.4%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.38%
Vitamin B5:1.93mg
19.29%
Zinc:2.86mg
19.06%
Potassium:577.83mg
16.51%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.22%
Copper:0.31mg
15.6%
Fiber:3.85g
15.39%
Iron:2.5mg
13.89%
Vitamin B12:0.51µg
8.53%
Vitamin C:6.56mg
7.95%
Vitamin K:7.92µg
7.54%
Folate:25.49µg
6.37%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.72%
Calcium:52.36mg
5.24%
Vitamin A:240.97IU
4.82%
Vitamin D:0.25µg
1.69%