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Sweet and Savory Roasted Orange Chicken

A delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors, this roasted orange chicken is perfect for a family dinner or special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
Marinade
  • 1 cup fresh orange juice about 3-4 oranges
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds toasted
  • 2 tablespoons green onions sliced

Method
 

Prepare the Marinade
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and salt.
  2. Reserve 1/4 cup of the marinade for basting later.
Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place the chicken thighs in a large resealable bag or shallow dish.
  2. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's well coated.
  3. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 hours.
Roast the Chicken
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it in a roasting pan.
  3. Pour the reserved marinade over the chicken.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven for 35-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  5. Baste the chicken with the marinade halfway through cooking.
Serve
  1. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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