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Roasted Orange Chicken

Roasted Orange Chicken


  • Author: Chef Bella
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A savory dish featuring chicken roasted with oranges for a tangy flavor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 4 pieces of chicken (legs or thighs)
  • 2 oranges (juiced and zested)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon thyme

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix orange juice, zest, olive oil, garlic, honey, salt, pepper, and thyme.
  3. Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour the orange mixture over it.
  4. Make sure the chicken is well coated.
  5. Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes until fully cooked.
  6. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, marinate the chicken for a few hours.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or rice.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Roasted Orange Chicken