This oven-roasted chicken drumsticks with rhubarb recipe is the perfect way to celebrate spring. Tender, juicy chicken is paired with tart rhubarb, creating a delightful balance of flavors with a Moroccan touch that’s both comforting and refreshing. Whether you’re looking for a new way to enjoy seasonal produce or simply want a delicious one-pan meal, this recipe delivers.
Try my Citrus chicken potato bake or Chicken thighs in creamy dill sauce next.
Why you’ll love this roasted chicken with rhubarb
Chicken with roasted rhubarb is honestly a game-changer. This dish is super easy to make, bursting with spring flavors and a bold, savory-sweet balance. I love pairing fruits with savory dishes, and here, the lightly spiced chicken and tangy rhubarb complement each other perfectly.
Rhubarb isn’t just for desserts, it shines just as bright in savory meals like this, proving it’s one of the most versatile ingredients of the season.
Serve with bread, buttered potatoes, quinoa or white rice.
Storage instructions
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Freezer: Transfer to airtight containers and freeze for up to 3 months.
Roasted chicken with rhubarb
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 yellow onions - diced
- 4 garlic cloves - minced
- 1.1 pounds rhubarb - chopped
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp saffron
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- 5 tbsp sugar - more to taste
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 chili pepper - deseeded and chopped
- 2 tbsp chopped pistachios
- cilantro - for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F – 180°C.
- Season the chicken drumsticks with salt and pepper. Heat oil and the butter over medium high in an ovenproof skillet. Sear the drumsticks for 5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and transfer to a clean plate.
- To the same skillet, add onions, garlic and rhubarb. Stir in ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, saffron, cumin , bay leaf and sugar. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in tomato paste. Pour in chicken broth and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Return chicken drumsticks to the skillet. Sprinkle with chili pepper and pistachios. Transfer to the oven and bake for 60 minutes.
- Serve with cilantro and your favorite side. Enjoy!
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