Mahogany Chicken Thighs with a Sweet Spicy Baste

MAHOGANY CHICKEN THIGHS

SPICY HONEY BASTE--- 1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup spicy brown mustard 1/4 tsp Chinese 5 spice powder CHICKEN WITH ORZO--- 12 skinless chicken thighs, bone in 4 chicken bouillon cubes 1 tsp salt 1 pound uncooked orzo 3 tbs butter 1/4 cup flat leaf parsley leaves, chopped

Heat oven to 450 degrees.* Line a 15X10 inch jelly roll pan with foil. Coat foil with cooking spray. SPICY HONEY BASTE---In bowl, whisk together all ingredients.

CHICKEN WITH ORZO---Brush the chicken with the baste. Roast chicken 40 min. or until done. Brush chicken with baste twice during cooking. In a saucepan, combine 3 quarts of water, bouillon, and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil. Add the orzo, cook following package directions. Drain the orzo. Transfer to a serving bowl. Add the butter, parsley and remaining salt, toss to mix. Serve with the chicken. MAKES 6 SERVINGS OF MAHOGANY CHICKEN THIGHS.*

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