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Chicken with Bulgur Recipe

Chicken with Bulgur is a Mediterranean-inspired dish that features juicy chicken thighs and fluffy, tender bulgur wheat. This one-pot recipe comes together in under an hour for a quick weeknight dinner or an easy, impressive dinner party entree.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 560 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken thighs skinless bone in
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium-size onion chopped (~1 cup)1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 jar sun-dried tomatoes 8oz. drained and roughly chopped
  • 1 ½ cups bulgur wheat
  • 1 ¾ cups chicken stock
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)
  • ½ cup chopped parsley

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 F˚.
  2. Pat dry chicken thighs on all sides with paper towels. Drizzle them with olive oil.
  3. Mix together cumin, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl until fully mixed.
  4. Sprinkle chicken on all sides using the spice mixture.
  5. Heat a large oven-proof skillet over medium heat until it is shimmering hot.
  6. Add the now-seasoned thighs and sear for about 4 minutes on each side until they are nicely browned. We are not cooking the meat fully here, but rather just browning it. Transfer onto a plate and set aside.
  7. Add the onion and pepper to the now-empty skillet and cook, scraping the chicken bits at the bottom using a wooden spoon for about 7-8 minutes or until the onion is translucent.
  8. Stir in the garlic and sun-dried tomatoes and cook for one minute.
  9. Add in the bulgur wheat and cook, constantly stirring, for 2-3 minutes.
  10. Pour in the stock and transfer the seared chicken back into the skillet. Bring it to a boil.
  11. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15 minutes or until a digital thermometer inserted in one of the thighs registers 165 F˚.
  12. Carefully remove from the oven and sprinkle with feta cheese (if using) and chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Bring leftovers to room temperature before placing them in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days. 
  • Bring the dish to room temperature and place it in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to a month. 
  • : Reheat leftovers in the skillet on the stove. You may need to add a little water or stock to keep it from drying out. Or, reheat it in the microwave for about a minute or two, stirring every 30 seconds or so to ensure that it is heating evenly.
  • Thaw the leftovers (from frozen) overnight in the fridge. 
  • It is optional, but you can add a fresh squeeze of lemon juice at the end for a great way to brighten the dish.
  • Store: Bring leftovers to room temperature before placing them in an airtight container. Store in the fridge for up to 4 days. 
  • Freeze: Bring the dish to room temperature and place it in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to a month. 
  • Reheat: Reheat leftovers in the skillet on the stove. You may need to add a little water or stock to keep it from drying out. Or, reheat it in the microwave for about a minute or two, stirring every 30 seconds or so to ensure that it is heating evenly.
  • Thaw: Thaw the leftovers (from frozen) overnight in the fridge. 
  • It is optional, but you can add a fresh squeeze of lemon juice at the end for a great way to brighten the dish.

Nutrition Information

Calories 560kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 38g (76%) Fat 41g (63%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Polyunsaturated Fat 8g Monounsaturated Fat 18g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 216mg (72%) Sodium 610mg (25%) Potassium 623mg (18%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 426IU (9%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 36mg (4%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 560

% Daily Value*

Calories 560kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 38g 76%
Fat 41g 63%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g 47%
Monounsaturated Fat 18g 90%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 216mg 72%
Sodium 610mg 25%
Potassium 623mg 13%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 426IU 9%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 36mg 4%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.