Description
Spiced Orange Glazed Chicken is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a vibrant, tangy glaze. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, offering an irresistible blend of sweet and savory flavors that will impress your guests. With its mouthwatering aroma filling your kitchen, this dish promises to be a showstopper at any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 large fresh oranges (juice and zest)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients.
- In a bowl, mix orange juice, zest, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, lime juice, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper until smooth to create the glaze.
- Place chicken in a baking dish and pour half of the glaze over it. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until juices run clear. Brush remaining glaze on during baking.
- Let the chicken rest briefly before slicing and serve with rice or veggies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Marinate overnight for even more flavor. Experiment with citrus alternatives like lemon or lime for a unique twist. Add chili flakes for an extra kick!