Description
This Roasted Orange Chicken recipe is a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors. Tender chicken pieces marinated in a zesty orange mixture, then roasted to perfection for a crispy skin and juicy meat. A burst of citrusy goodness in every bite!
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken drumsticks
Marinade:
- 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Orange slices
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Prepare marinade: Whisk together orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, garlic, honey, soy sauce, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken: Place chicken in a bowl, pour marinade over, toss to coat, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roast chicken: Arrange chicken on a baking sheet, skin side up. Roast for 35–40 minutes at 400°F, basting occasionally, until cooked through.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh orange slices before serving.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, marinate chicken overnight.
- Pairs well with roasted potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
- If using boneless, skinless chicken breasts, reduce cooking time to 25–30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh and 1 drumstick
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
