YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Crispy Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs with Sweet & Salty Balsamic Glaze and Creamy Lemon-Garlic Cauliflower Puree
Enjoy a delicious balance of savory and tangy flavors in this dish featuring crispy, pan-seared chicken thighs glazed in a sweet and salty balsamic reduction, paired with a silky, lemon-garlic cauliflower puree that delivers a bright finish.
INGREDIENTS
200g Chicken Thighs (approx. 2 pieces, skin-on, boneless)
1 tsp Olive Oil (for searing)
1 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
1 tsp Honey
1 cup Cauliflower Florets (150g)
1 clove Garlic
1.5 tbsp Lemon Juice (from about 1/2 lemon)
1 tsp Olive Oil (for puree)
Salt & Pepper, to taste
PREPARATION
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil. When hot, place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until the skin is crispy and golden, about 5-6 minutes.
Flip the chicken thighs and cook for another 5-6 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside, keeping it warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and 1 teaspoon honey. Stir, scraping any browned bits from the pan, and let it simmer until slightly thickened into a glaze, about 2 minutes.
Meanwhile, steam or boil the cauliflower florets until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve a small splash of the cooking water.
In a blender, combine the cooked cauliflower, garlic, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth, adding a bit of the reserved water if needed for a creamier consistency.
Plate the chicken thighs and drizzle the sweet & salty balsamic glaze over them. Serve with a generous portion of the creamy lemon-garlic cauliflower puree on the side.