Description
Spiced Orange Glazed Chicken is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of oranges with warm spices, creating a flavorful experience perfect for any occasion. With tender chicken coated in a sticky, zesty glaze, this recipe will impress your family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 large fresh oranges (zest and juice)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey (or agave syrup for vegan option)
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and zesting the oranges.
- In a bowl, whisk together the orange juice, soy sauce, honey, cayenne pepper, ground ginger, garlic, and smoked paprika.
- Marinate chicken breasts in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the marinated chicken for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour in the remaining marinade and simmer until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and glaze thickens.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving alongside rice or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg