True North Maple-Glazed Wild Rice Chicken

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Savory chicken thighs glazed with pure Canadian maple syrup and wild rice, slow-simmered to create a dish that embodies the essence of Northern Canadian terroir. This Canadian-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 75 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, wild rice, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 60 min Serves 4 Canadian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs for 4 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 minced shallots to the same skillet and cook for 2 minutes until translucent and fragrant, stirring constantly.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, add 1.5 cups chicken stock and 3 tbsp pure maple syrup. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 1 cup uncooked wild rice, cover, and cook for 45 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, stirring once halfway.
  6. Step 6: Check that chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F), then serve with rice and pan sauce.

Frequently asked questions

How long does True North Maple-Glazed Wild Rice Chicken take to make?

Total time is about 75 minutes (15 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover True North Maple-Glazed Wild Rice Chicken?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken thighs from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in True North Maple-Glazed Wild Rice Chicken?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale True North Maple-Glazed Wild Rice Chicken for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with True North Maple-Glazed Wild Rice Chicken?

Canadian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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