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Plate of sweet and tangy rhubarb chicken with fresh herbs

Sweet and Tangy Rhubarb Chicken

A delightful dish featuring chicken drumsticks coated in a sweet and tangy rhubarb sauce, perfect for a family dinner or casual entertaining.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 pieces skinless chicken drumsticks Can substitute bone-in skinless thighs.
  • ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound fresh or frozen rhubarb, diced Use frozen if fresh isn’t available; no need to thaw.
  • 1 14 oz can fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar Can substitute brown sugar or maple syrup.
  • 1 large lime, juiced
  • 3 cups chicken stock or bone broth Low-sodium recommended for a lighter version.
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil Or another neutral oil.
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp curry powder Double-check for gluten-free if needed.
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a heavy-bottomed skillet over medium until hot. Add the oil and warm until it shimmers.
  2. Season the drumsticks lightly with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet and brown until golden, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic to the same pan. Cook, stirring, until they soften and begin to brown, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle in sea salt, pepper, turmeric, and curry powder. Stir constantly for 1 to 2 minutes so the spices bloom and become fragrant.
  5. Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes and let them heat and break down for 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Add the diced rhubarb, coconut sugar, lime juice, and chicken stock. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Cooking
  1. Return the browned chicken to the pan, nestling each piece into the sauce. Bring back to a simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low.
  2. Simmer uncovered for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. The sauce should thicken and the chicken become tender.
  3. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Finish with chopped parsley just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g

Notes

Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or couscous. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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