Description
Indulge in the irresistible taste of Roasted Orange Chicken, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a sweet and tangy orange glaze that caramelizes beautifully. This dish is perfect for any occasion, transforming a simple dinner into a festive feast. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, Roasted Orange Chicken will have your guests asking for seconds and make weeknight dinners something special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 large fresh oranges (zest and juice)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together orange juice, zest, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour marinade over them; let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Arrange marinated chicken in a single layer in the dish and pour any remaining marinade on top.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the chicken is golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with sliced green onions and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg