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Succulent Sweet and Savory Roasted Orange Chicken Recipe

Deliciously Succulent Sweet and Savory Roasted Orange Chicken Recipe

This Succulent Sweet and Savory Roasted Orange Chicken Recipe offers a delightful contrast of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Roasting Pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil

For the Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup Fresh Orange Juice About 2-3 oranges
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup is a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Grated Fresh Ginger Optional
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Toss your chicken thighs in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried thyme. Make sure they're well coated.
  • Place the seasoned chicken skin-side up in a roasting pan.
  • Roast the chicken for 25-30 minutes, until the skin is golden brown and juices run clear.
  • In a saucepan, combine fresh orange juice, zest, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and grated ginger. Simmer over medium heat until fragrant.
  • Mix cornstarch with a little water and stir it into the orange mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes until thick.
  • Brush the glaze over the chicken after 25-30 minutes of roasting.
  • Put the chicken back in the oven for another 10-15 minutes until caramelized.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and arrange orange slices on the platter.

Notes

Serve with a side of rice or salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword chicken, Citrus Dish, Easy Dinner, Orange Chicken, Roasted Chicken, Savory Recipe
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