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Sweet and Savory Roasted Orange Chicken

Sweet and Savory Roasted Orange Chicken Your New Dinner Star

Enjoy a delightful fusion of sweet and savory in this roasted orange chicken recipe that's a perfect crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in thighs or breasts Boneless alternatives can cut cooking time by 10-15 minutes.
For the Glaze
  • 2 cups Fresh Oranges Feel free to try blood oranges or mandarins for a fun twist!
  • 1/3 cup Honey Adjust the quantity based on your sweetness preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Can be switched to rosemary for a different flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional, can substitute with hot sauce.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Plastic wrap
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the chicken dry and season with salt.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine orange juice, honey, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Whisk until blended.
  3. Coat the chicken with the orange marinade and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, preferably up to 24 hours.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange the marinated chicken skin-side up. Roast for about 30 minutes.
  5. Baste the chicken with pan juices at the 15-minute mark.
  6. Check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving with pan juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use leftover glaze for veggies or grains.

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