How to Make Chicken Thighs with Bok Choy and Farro - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken thighs are a versatile and flavorful cut of meat that can be prepared in a variety of ways. One of the best ways to cook chicken thighs is to pair them with fresh vegetables and grains for a wholesome and satisfying meal. In this recipe, we will be cooking chicken thighs with bok choy and farro, creating a delicious and nutritious dish that is perfect for any night of the week.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup farro
  • ½ tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (1 inch) piece ginger, peeled and minced, or more to taste
  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 jalapeno, halved and sliced
  • 2 lime wedges
  • 2 cups baby bok choy leaves
  • ¼ cup water
  • salt to taste
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 pinch ground cumin, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, or as desired (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Heat broth in a small pot to boiling. Add farro and reduce to low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is absorbed, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add chicken and let sit to brown, about 5 minutes. Add jalapeno and the juice from 1 lime wedge. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink, 5 to 10 minutes more.
  • Add bok choy and water to the skillet. Cook until bok choy is slightly reduced in size, 1 to 3 minutes. Add cooked farro and juice of remaining lime wedge, stirring until well mixed. Season with salt, pepper, cumin, and sesame seeds. Cook until flavors have combined, 1 to 2 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    452 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 75mg
    • Sodium: 776mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 48g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 57mg
    • Calcium: 182mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 719mg