Honey and Orange Glazed Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Honey and Orange Glazed Chicken recipe—a perfect harmony of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Juicy, bone-in chicken thighs are seasoned and seared to golden perfection, then baked in a luscious glaze made from freshly squeezed orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. The flavors intensify in the oven, creating caramelized edges and tender, flavorful meat. A quick cornstarch-thickened glaze adds the perfect finishing touch, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley enhances both taste and presentation. Ideal for a family dinner or entertaining guests, this dish is ready in under an hour and pairs beautifully with rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad. Whether you're seeking a comforting meal or something impressive yet effortless, this recipe is sure to become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic to create the glaze.
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
Pour the glaze over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well-coated. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, basting the chicken with the glaze every 10 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the oven once fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C). Transfer the chicken to a serving plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
Place the skillet with the remaining glaze on the stovetop over medium heat. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then stir it into the glaze. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the glaze thickens.
Spoon the thickened glaze over the chicken thighs. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.2 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.0 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 4258 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.6 g | ||
| Protein | 167.0 g | 334% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 2129 mg | 45% | |
*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.
