Description
Honey Orange Glazed Chicken is a deliciously simple dish that brings together juicy chicken and a sweet, tangy orange glaze. This vibrant recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, promising to delight your family and friends with its burst of flavor. Each bite is a culinary celebration, making it an unforgettable addition to your meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh oranges (juice and zest)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix juice and zest from the oranges with honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Marinate chicken in half the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Place marinated chicken in the baking dish and pour remaining marinade over it. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Broil for an additional few minutes for caramelization if desired.
- Serve with the sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg