Sweet and Savory Roasted Orange Chicken
Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful Sweet and Savory Roasted Orange Chicken. Bursting with vibrant flavors, this dish combines juicy chicken thighs with a zesty orange glaze that balances sweetness and savory notes beautifully. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time and can be easily marinated ahead of time. The colorful presentation makes it an ideal choice for special occasions as well. Serve it alongside coconut rice or roasted vegetables for a wholesome meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 2 large navel oranges, thinly sliced (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh thyme leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a roasting pan.
- Pat chicken dry; season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, and garlic.
- Layer orange slices in the pan; place chicken on top and pour marinade over.
- Roast for 25 minutes, basting halfway through.
- Switch to broil for an additional 3-5 minutes until caramelized.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh - approx. 150g
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg