with Roasted Zucchini, Lemony Rice & Almonds
We think apricot spiced with sumac just might become your new flavor obsession. Here, the combination of sweet apricot jam and the tart punch of this Middle Eastern spice creates a simply irresistible sauce. And the rest of this meal is a vision in itself. Lemony rice is topped with chili-kissed roasted zucchini and onion, and sliced almonds. Perfection!
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Apricot Jam
1 unit
Onion
1 unit
Zucchini
1 unit
Jasmine Rice
0.75 cup
Chicken Stock Concentrate
2 unit
Lemon
1 unit
Garlic
1 clove
Chili Powder
1 teaspoon
Sumac
1 teaspoon
Chicken Cutlets
24 ounce
Sliced Almonds
0.5 ounce
Butter
1 tablespoon (tbsp)
Black Pepper
teaspoon (tsp)
Olive Oil
4 teaspoon (tsp)
Salt
teaspoon (tsp)
Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 450 degrees. Wash and dry produce.
Trim and halve zucchini lengthwise; slice crosswise into ½-inch-thick half-moons. Halve, peel, and cut onion into ½-inch-thick wedges. Peel and mince or grate garlic. Zest and quarter lemon.
Toss zucchini and onion on a baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
Roast on top rack, tossing halfway through, until tender and browned, 14-16 minutes.
While veggies roast, heat a drizzle of oil in a small pot over medium-high heat. Add half the garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds.
Stir in rice, half the stock concentrates, 1¼ cups water (2¼ cups for 4 servings), and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a low simmer. Cook until rice is tender, 15-18 minutes.
Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.
Meanwhile, pat chicken* dry with paper towels; season all over with salt and pepper.
Heat a drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook until browned and cooked through, 5-7 minutes per side. TIP: Lower heat if chicken begins to brown too quickly.
Turn off heat; transfer chicken to a plate to rest. Wipe out pan.
Heat a drizzle of oil in same pan over medium heat. Add remaining garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds.
Stir in jam, remaining stock concentrate, and ¼ cup water (⅓ cup for 4 servings). Simmer until thickened, 2-3 minutes. TIP: Use a whisk to break up any pieces of jam if necessary.
Reduce heat to low. Stir in sumac, 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4), and a squeeze of lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
Return chicken (and any resting juices) to pan with sauce; turn to coat. Transfer chicken to a cutting board; thinly slice crosswise.
Fluff rice with a fork. Stir in lemon zest and a big squeeze of lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Add half the veggies to pot with rice and stir to combine.
Divide rice mixture between bowls; top with chicken and remaining veggies. Spoon any remaining sauce from pan over chicken. Garnish with almonds and serve.
990
kcal
Calories
30
g
Fat
7
g
Saturated Fat
89
g
Carbohydrate
17
g
Sugar
4
g
Dietary Fiber
85
g
Protein
265
mg
Cholesterol
700
mg
Sodium