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Baked Orange Chicken

Savory Baked Orange Chicken for a Flavorful Family Feast

Baked Orange Chicken blends sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a delightful family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Adjust based on servings
For the Citrus Glaze
  • 2 units Fresh Oranges Juice and zest needed
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Consider low-sodium
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adjust according to taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds flavor
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For thickening sauce
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped
  • Pepper Flakes Optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Orange Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper and place them in a baking dish.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil.
  4. Dissolve cornstarch in a small bowl with a little water until smooth, then stir it into the citrus glaze to thicken.
  5. Pour half of the citrus glaze over the chicken, then bake for 25-30 minutes, basting halfway through.
  6. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before garnishing with remaining glaze and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes for more flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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