Description
Roasted Orange Chicken is a delightful dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with the bright flavors of fresh oranges, garlic, and honey. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, filling your home with an irresistible aroma as it roasts to golden perfection. Impress your family and friends with this vibrant meal that pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium fresh oranges (juiced and zested)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and olive oil until well-coated.
- In another bowl, whisk together orange juice, zest, honey, minced garlic, and soy sauce.
- Pour half of the marinade over the chicken in a baking dish and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roast the chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
- Brush remaining marinade on the chicken during the last few minutes of roasting for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg