Broiled Maple Orange Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Broiled Maple Orange Chicken, a tantalizing combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Perfectly marinated in a luscious blend of pure maple syrup, fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, soy sauce, and aromatic garlic, these juicy chicken breasts are broiled to golden perfection for a caramelized, lightly charred finish. The quick marinade infuses every bite with citrusy brightness and a hint of umami, while the broiler’s high heat locks in the moisture for irresistibly tender results. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for busy evenings and pairs beautifully with side dishes like roasted vegetables or fluffy rice. Garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious—a true crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 0.25 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven’s broiler and position the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours. (If short on time, marinate for at least 15 minutes.)
Remove the chicken from the marinade and reserve the marinade for basting. Place the chicken on a broiler pan or a baking sheet lined with foil.
Broil the chicken for 8–10 minutes on one side. Flip the chicken, baste with some of the reserved marinade, and broil for another 8–10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the surface is caramelized and slightly charred.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a crisp green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1537 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.5 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2855 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.5 g | ||
| Protein | 219.8 g | 440% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2085 mg | 44% | |
*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.
