Chicken Stuffed Oranges
Elevate your dinner table with the bold, citrus-infused flavors of Chicken Stuffed Oranges, a show-stopping recipe that combines juicy oranges with a savory chicken and rice filling. Perfectly hollowed orange shells become edible serving bowls, adding a burst of tangy sweetness to every bite. The filling features tender chicken breast cooked with fragrant garlic, red onion, and a blend of warming spices like cumin and paprika, complemented by the zestiness of freshly chopped orange pulp. Mixed with fluffy cooked rice, fresh parsley, and optional grated cheese for a hint of creaminess, this dish strikes the perfect balance between hearty and refreshing. Baked to perfection in just under an hour, this stunning recipe is ideal for impressing at dinner parties or elevating weeknight meals. Serve these stuffed oranges warm, and watch your guests marvel at the creative presentation and vibrant flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large oranges
- 400 grams Boneless chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 small Red onion
- 1 cup Cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Slice the tops off the oranges and carefully scoop out the pulp and juice, being sure to leave the orange shells intact. Set the shells aside.
Finely chop the orange pulp, removing any seeds, and set it aside in a bowl.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add finely minced garlic and diced red onion, and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Dice the chicken breast into small pieces. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until lightly browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Stir in the cooked rice, chopped orange pulp, ground cumin, ground paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
Remove the skillet from the heat and mix in the fresh parsley. If desired, stir in the grated cheese at this stage.
Stuff each hollowed orange shell with the chicken mixture, pressing gently to fill completely. Place the stuffed oranges in a baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the oranges are slightly softened and the filling is heated through.
Remove from the oven, garnish with additional parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1724 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.2 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 403 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 4037 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.8 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.2 g | ||
| Protein | 140.7 g | 281% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 846 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2947 mg | 63% | |
*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.
