Orange Thyme Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this zesty and aromatic Orange Thyme Chicken recipe! Perfectly seared bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are bathed in a luscious orange and honey glaze, infused with fresh thyme and a hint of garlic. This one-skillet dish brings together the natural sweetness of orange juice, the earthiness of thyme, and the subtle warmth of paprika for a flavor-packed meal that's both simple and gourmet. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an oven finish that delivers tender, juicy chicken with crispy skin, this recipe is a must-try for busy cooks looking to impress. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or fluffy rice to soak up every drop of the fragrant orange-thyme sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 0.5 cups orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 sprigs fresh thyme
• 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 0.25 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Set aside.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, honey, and minced garlic. Add a pinch of salt to taste.

Step 4

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 3-4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for another 2 minutes.

Step 5

Remove the chicken temporarily from the skillet. In the same skillet, pour in the orange juice mixture and chicken broth. Stir to combine and let it come to a simmer.

Step 6

Place the chicken back into the skillet, skin-side up, and nestle the thyme sprigs around the chicken.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Discard the thyme sprigs.

Step 9

Spoon the orange-thyme sauce over the chicken before serving. Serve alongside rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	892.3 grams (892.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1730

Total Fat 122.10g	157%
Saturated Fat 30.80g	154%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 486mg	162%
Sodium 2879mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 55.50g	20%
Dietary Fiber 3.50g	13%
Total Sugars 45.40g
Protein 111.10g	222%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 137mg	11%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 1483mg	32%

*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: 62.3%

Protein: 25.2%

Carbs: 12.6%