Savory Glazed Chicken Herb Rice (Printable)
Juicy chicken glazed in savory sauce with aromatic herb rice and crispy potatoes for a satisfying dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & Glaze
01 - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/4 cup honey
04 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use gluten-free if required)
05 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Herb Rice
10 - 1 cup long-grain rice
11 - 2 cups chicken broth
12 - 1 tablespoon butter
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
16 - 1 small shallot, finely diced
17 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Crispy Potatoes
18 - 1 pound small Yukon gold potatoes, quartered
19 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
20 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
21 - 2 teaspoons dried oregano
22 - Salt and pepper to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to make the glaze.
03 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear skin-side down until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes. Flip and cook another 2 minutes.
04 - Pour the glaze over the chicken, turning to coat. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, basting once or twice, until the chicken is cooked through and glaze is glossy.
05 - While the chicken cooks, toss quartered potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Arrange on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the hot oven for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
06 - For the herb rice, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add shallot and sauté until translucent. Stir in rice, coating well, then pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork, then stir in chopped parsley, dill, and chives. Season to taste.
07 - Serve the glazed chicken with a side of herb rice and crispy potatoes.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The glaze creates this incredible sticky coating that makes people think you spent hours on it
- Everything cooks in the oven at the same temperature so timing becomes effortless
- The combination of crispy potatoes alongside tender chicken hits every texture craving
02 -
- The glaze can burn quickly if your oven runs hot so check at the 20 minute mark and tent with foil if needed
- Rice tastes infinitely better when you let it rest covered off the heat for those final 5 minutes
03 -
- Pat the chicken skin completely dry before searing for the crispiest results
- Warm your chicken broth slightly before adding to rice for more even cooking