Mediterranean Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy and Pasta
What Started it all:
Chicken thighs,pasta, bok choy, carrot, onion, pasta,rice, flour, sugar, yeast, potato, frozen peas, frozen corn kernels, canned tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, hokkien noodles, pine nuts, sesame seeds, milk, orange juice,sugar,maple syrup, broccoli
This delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish combines succulent chicken thighs with fresh vegetables and pasta, creating a vibrant and flavorful meal. Perfect for a single serving, this recipe showcases the versatility of your ingredients while keeping the cooking process enjoyable and simple.
Ingredients
- 1 chicken thigh
- 75g pasta (your choice)
- 1 small bok choy, chopped
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- 1/4 onion, diced
- 1/2 potato, diced
- 1/4 cup frozen peas
- 1/4 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1/2 cup canned tomatoes
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp teriyaki sauce
- 50g hokkien noodles
- 1 tbsp pine nuts
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a small bowl, marinate the chicken thigh with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and teriyaki sauce for at least 15 minutes.
- Cook the Pasta: In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and potato. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Add Chicken: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the marinated chicken thigh. Cook for about 7-8 minutes on each side until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Incorporate Remaining Ingredients: Add the chopped bok choy, frozen peas, corn, canned tomatoes, and broccoli to the skillet. Stir everything together and let it cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of milk and orange juice to create a sauce. Season with sugar and maple syrup to balance the flavors.
- Prepare Hokkien Noodles: In a separate pot, cook the hokkien noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Serve: Plate the pasta and chicken mixture. Top with hokkien noodles, sprinkle with pine nuts and sesame seeds for added crunch.
This Mediterranean Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy and Pasta dish is not only easy to prepare but also rich in flavors and textures. Enjoy your culinary creation, and feel free to experiment with your favorite ingredients next time! Happy cooking!