Best 4 Spicy Chicken Thighs With Rhubarb Cucumber Salsa Recipes

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Are you looking for a tantalizing dish that combines the fiery heat of chicken thighs with the refreshing tang of rhubarb cucumber salsa? This fusion of flavors creates an unforgettable culinary experience that will leave your taste buds dancing. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipe to cook spicy chicken thighs accompanied by a vibrant rhubarb cucumber salsa that perfectly complements the dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY CHICKEN THIGHS WITH RHUBARB-CUCUMBER SALSA



Spicy Chicken Thighs with Rhubarb-Cucumber Salsa image

Score the chicken thighs to deliver more spice and flavor to the meat and encourage quicker cooking.

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Chicken     Bake     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Cucumber     Spring     Rhubarb     Green Onion/Scallion     Chile Pepper     Bon Appétit     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 habanero, Scotch bonnet, or Thai chile, with seeds, stemmed
2 garlic cloves
2 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts divided
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
6 large skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
Kosher salt
1 1/2 cups 1/4" cubes rhubarb
1 cup 1/4" cubes unpeeled seeded English hothouse cucumber
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500°F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Pulse chile, garlic, and white parts of scallions in a food processor until finely chopped. With machine running, drizzle in soy sauce, then olive oil; process until emulsion forms. Transfer sauce to a bowl.
  • Place chicken thighs, skin side up, on a work surface and slash each crosswise at 3/4" intervals down to the bone. Season lightly with salt. Place on prepared baking sheet and brush with sauce. Bake until skin is crisp and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165°F, 20-25 minutes. Broil on high for an additonal 2-3 minutes for crisper skin, if desired. Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss rhubarb, next 5 ingredients, and green parts of scallions in a medium bowl to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and let stand for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Serve chicken with rhubarb salsa alongside.

SPICY CHICKEN THIGHS WITH RHUBARB CUCUMBER SALSA RECIPE - (4.5/5)



Spicy Chicken Thighs with Rhubarb Cucumber Salsa Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-174535

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 habanero, Scotch bonnet, or Thai chile, with seeds, stemmed
2 garlic cloves
2 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts divided
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
6 large skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
Kosher salt
1 1/2 cups rhubarb, cubed in 1/4" pieces
1 cup unpeeled seeded English hothouse cucumber, cubed in 1/4" pieces
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500°. Line a baking sheet with foil. Pulse chile, garlic, and white parts of scallions in a food processor until finely chopped. With machine running, drizzle in soy sauce, then olive oil; process until emulsion forms. Transfer sauce to a bowl. Place chicken thighs, skin side up, on a work surface and slash each crosswise at 3/4-inch intervals down to the bone. Season lightly with salt. Place on prepared baking sheet and brush with sauce. Bake until skin is crisp and an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of thigh registers 165°, 20-25 minutes. Broil on high for an additonal 2-3 minutes for crisper skin, if desired. Let rest for 5-10 minutes. Meanwhile, toss rhubarb, next 5 ingredients, and green parts of scallions in a medium bowl to coat. Season to taste with salt and pepper and let stand for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chicken with rhubarb salsa alongside.

CHICKEN THIGHS IN RHUBARB SAUCE



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This is one of my favorite savory dishes with rhubarb - the sauce is fruity yet peppery.

Provided by Marianne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken

Time 2h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 chicken leg quarters, cut into thighs and drumsticks
salt to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 red onions, thinly sliced
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
½ tablespoon freshly ground black pepper, or more to taste
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 pound rhubarb, peeled and chopped
4 tablespoons honey, or more to taste
3 tablespoons lime juice, or to taste
1 tablespoon saffron
2 ½ cups chicken broth, or as needed

Steps:

  • Season chicken pieces with salt.
  • Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned on all sides, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  • Add onions to the skillet; cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Season with turmeric, black pepper, and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute. Add tomatoes and cook until lightly reduced, about 5 minutes. Add rhubarb, honey, lime juice, and saffron; mix well. Return chicken to the skillet.
  • Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until chicken is very tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Season with salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 108.8 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 34.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1037.5 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

CHICKEN THIGHS WITH RHUBARB-CUCUMBER SALSA



Chicken Thighs With Rhubarb-Cucumber Salsa image

These chicken thighs are scored to let more flavor seep into the meat and also to speed the cooking time. From Bon Appetit magazine.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 scotch bonnet peppers or 1 Thai chile, with seeds, stemmed
2 garlic cloves
2 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts divided
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 cup olive oil
6 large chicken thighs, skin on, bone in
kosher salt
1 1/2 cups rhubarb, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
1 cup seedless cucumber, cut into 1/4 inch cubes
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
black pepper, freshly ground

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Pulse the chile pepper, garlic, and white parts of the scallions in a food processor until finely chopped. Drizzle in the soy sauce, then the olive oil; process until emulsion forms. Transfer the sauce to a bowl.
  • Place the chicken thighs, skin side up, on a work surface and slash each crosswise at 3/4 inch intervals down to the bone. Season lightly with salt. Place on the prepared baking sheet and brush with the sauce. Bake until the skin is crisp and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh registers 165 degrees, 20 to 25 minutes. Broil on high for an additional 2-3 minutes for crisper skin, if desired. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, toss the rhubarb, cucumber, cilantro, honey, vegetable oil, lime juice, and the green parts of the scallions in a medium bowl to coat. season with salt and pepper and let stand for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the chicken with the rhubarb salsa alongside.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489, Fat 38.6, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 118.4, Sodium 364.6, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 6.1, Protein 25.9

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken thighs: Look for bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for the best flavor and texture.
  • Marinate the chicken thighs: Marinating the chicken thighs in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs will help to enhance their taste.
  • Cook the chicken thighs over medium heat: Cooking the chicken thighs over medium heat will help to prevent them from drying out.
  • Make sure the chicken thighs are cooked through: Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken thighs have reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the chicken thighs with a refreshing salsa: A fresh and flavorful salsa, such as the rhubarb cucumber salsa included in this recipe, will help to balance the richness of the chicken thighs.

Conclusion:

This recipe for spicy chicken thighs with rhubarb cucumber salsa is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken thighs are marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs, then cooked until tender and juicy. The rhubarb cucumber salsa is a refreshing and tangy accompaniment that perfectly complements the chicken thighs. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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