Sticky Chicken and Rice

Sticky Chicken and Rice

Sticky chicken and rice 

Serve: 2 

Ingredients: 

  • 4 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce 
  • 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 120g cauliflower rice (or basmati rice, cooked)
  • 90g kale, chopped
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 100g radishes, halved
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Method: 

Heat oven to 200C.

Put the drumsticks in a large bowl. 

Add 1 tbsp honey, soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil and 1/2 tbsp olive oil. 

Marinade for 1 hour. 

Transfer to a roasting pan and bake for 25-30 mins until golden brown. 

Massage the kale with 1 tbsp olive oil for 5 mins until softening 

Drizzle over the lime juice, 1 tbsp sesame oil and 1 tbsp honey, and salt to taste. Toss in radishes and rice. Set aside. 

Serve the drumsticks over the salad. 

Sprinkle sesame seeds and enjoy! 

 

Macros per serve

Cals 450

Protein 60g

Fat 22g

Carbs 12g

Fibre 5g

Health Benefits of Ingredients

Chicken Drumsticks: High-quality protein supports muscle repair and satiety. Provides B vitamins, phosphorus, selenium energy and immunity.

Kale: Rich in vitamins A, C, K, calcium, fibre bone health and gut support.

Radishes: Provide vitamin C, antioxidants, and fibre digestive and immune support.

Honey & Soy Sauce: Honey gives natural sweetness moderate energy. Soy sauce adds flavour with minimal calories.

Olive & Sesame Oil: Healthy fats (mono- and polyunsaturated) heart health and satiety.

Basmati Rice: Complex carbs sustained energy. Moderate glycemic index helps with blood sugar stability.

Lime & Sesame Seeds: Lime vitamin C and antioxidants. Sesame seeds minerals (calcium, magnesium), healthy fats.

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