Orange Spiced Chicken

Infused with bold, citrusy flavors, this Orange Spiced Chicken recipe is a show-stopping dish that’s as vibrant as it is delicious. Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs are seared to crispy perfection and then bathed in a tangy-sweet marinade made with freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant orange zest, honey, soy sauce, and a warming spice blend of cinnamon, paprika, and ginger. The dish is finished in the oven to achieve tender, succulent meat that pairs beautifully with the sticky, caramelized glaze. Perfect for a family dinner or entertaining, this savory dish can be garnished with fresh thyme and served alongside roasted vegetables or fluffy steamed rice for an irresistible meal. Ready in under an hour, it’s an effortless way to bring a gourmet twist to your kitchen. Keywords: orange spiced chicken, oven-roasted chicken thighs, citrus marinade, easy weeknight dinner, one-pan chicken recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 0.5 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 sprigs Fresh thyme sprigs (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together orange juice, orange zest, minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, ground cinnamon, ground paprika, and ground ginger.

Step 3

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and sear the other side for 2 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and pour the orange marinade over the chicken. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken to coat evenly.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if desired, and serve with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1158.7 grams (1158.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2371

Total Fat 168.50g	216%
Saturated Fat 44.10g	221%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 729mg	243%
Sodium 4258mg	185%
Total Carbohydrate 58.30g	21%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 45.50g
Protein 167.20g	334%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 169mg	13%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 2159mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 9.6%