Description
A delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors, this roasted orange chicken is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 oranges, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the orange mixture over them.
- Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the orange mixture for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Sweet and Savory Roasted Orange Chicken, Roasted Chicken, Orange Chicken Recipe