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Apple Cider Glazed Chicken over Wild Rice Rainbow Bowl

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520
A vibrant and wholesome bowl combining tender chicken glazed with apple cider, colorful vegetables, and hearty wild rice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup apple cider (not vinegar)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with water
  • to taste salt and black pepper

Grains

  • 1 cup wild rice blend

Vegetables

  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 1 pc red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup shredded carrots

Additional

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Cook the wild rice according to package instructions; keep warm.
  • Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper; roast at 400°F for 25–30 minutes.
  • Steam or sauté broccoli until tender; set aside. Slice bell pepper and shred carrots.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear in olive oil 3–4 minutes per side. Make glaze with garlic, apple cider, vinegar, and mustard; cook chicken in glaze 8–10 minutes. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
  • Assemble bowls with rice, vegetables, and sliced chicken; drizzle with remaining glaze.

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully cooked before serving.
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple cider, chicken, healthy