Description
Sticky Roasted Orange Chicken is a mouthwatering weeknight dinner that brings the vibrant flavors of sweet oranges and savory chicken to your table. With its sticky glaze and tender meat, this dish transforms your kitchen into a culinary haven, making every bite a celebration. Perfect for family gatherings or casual meals, you’ll find yourself craving this recipe again and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 fresh oranges (juiced and zested)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 green onions (sliced for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine orange juice, zest, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Arrange marinated chicken in the baking dish and pour any remaining marinade over the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
- Sprinkle with green onions before serving hot with rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg