Spicy Chicken Thighs with Rhubarb-Cucumber Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Spicy Chicken Thighs with Rhubarb-Cucumber Salsa
45 min.
4
648kcal

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Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a dish that perfectly balances heat and freshness? Introducing Spicy Chicken Thighs with Rhubarb-Cucumber Salsa! This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is a showstopper that promises to elevate your lunch or dinner experience. Picture succulent, juicy chicken thighs, marinated in a vibrant blend of spices that kick up the heat, yet harmonize beautifully with the cooling crunch of a refreshing salsa.

What makes this dish truly special is the unique salsa made from tart rhubarb and crisp cucumber, tossed with fresh cilantro and scallions. The sweet hint of honey and zesty lime juice adds layers of flavor, making it a delightful companion to the fiery chicken. With just 45 minutes of prep and cook time, you can serve this meal for four, making it perfect for family gatherings or a casual dinner with friends.

Plus, with 648 calories per serving, you’ll enjoy a satisfying meal without the guilt. So whether you're a cooking enthusiast or just looking for a new go-to recipe, let Spicy Chicken Thighs with Rhubarb-Cucumber Salsa turn your dining experience into a culinary adventure that's as exciting to make as it is to savor!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh coarsely chopped
  •  garlic clove 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • teaspoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  •  spring onion white green divided thinly sliced
  • tablespoon soya sauce 
  •  thai chile with seeds, stemmed
  • large chicken thighs bone-in
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 500°F. Line a baking sheetwith foil. Pulse chile, garlic, and white partsof scallions in a food processor until finelychopped. With machine running, drizzlein soy sauce, then olive oil; process untilemulsion forms.
  2. Transfer sauce to a bowl.
  3. Place chicken thighs, skin side up, on awork surface and slash each crosswise at 3/4"intervals down to the bone. Season lightlywith salt.
  4. Place on prepared baking sheetand brush with sauce.
  5. Bake until skin is crispand an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165°F,20-25 minutes. Broil on high for anadditonal 2-3 minutes for crisper skin, ifdesired.
  6. Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  7. Meanwhile, toss rhubarb, next 5 ingredients,and green parts of scallions in amedium bowl to coat. Season to taste withsalt and pepper and let stand for at least10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Serve chicken with rhubarb salsaalongside.
  9. Per serving: 460 calories, 39 g fat, 1 g fiber
  10. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories648kcal
Protein22.28%
Fat73.78%
Carbs3.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.32
Glycemic Load
2.54
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
17.514347745025%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.11mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:648.22kcal
32.41%
Fat:52.94g
81.45%
Saturated Fat:12.09g
75.58%
Carbohydrates:6.37g
2.12%
Net Carbohydrates:6.04g
2.2%
Sugar:4.62g
5.13%
Cholesterol:212.41mg
70.81%
Sodium:614.77mg
26.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.97g
71.93%
Selenium:40.89µg
58.41%
Vitamin B3:10.32mg
51.62%
Vitamin B6:0.78mg
39.09%
Vitamin K:37.86µg
36.05%
Phosphorus:354.68mg
35.47%
Vitamin B12:1.39µg
23.12%
Vitamin B5:2.25mg
22.51%
Zinc:2.8mg
18.64%
Vitamin E:2.77mg
18.47%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
17.98%
Potassium:495.12mg
14.15%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.45%
Magnesium:45.65mg
11.41%
Iron:1.83mg
10.16%
Vitamin A:373.99IU
7.48%
Copper:0.14mg
6.78%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.99%
Vitamin C:4.36mg
5.28%
Folate:12.86µg
3.21%
Calcium:27.94mg
2.79%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.44%
Fiber:0.33g
1.33%
Source:Epicurious