Honey Orange Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Honey Orange Chicken, a perfect harmony of sweet, savory, and citrusy flavors. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a rich and glossy sauce made with fresh orange juice, honey, and a splash of soy sauce. Infused with fragrant garlic and a touch of orange zest for added vibrancy, this dish is as aromatic as it is flavorful. Thickened with a simple cornstarch slurry, the sauce clings beautifully to the chicken, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for entertaining. Serve it over fluffy white rice and garnish with fresh green onions for a meal that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
- 0.25 cups Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoons Orange zest
- 2 stalks Green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- 4 cups Cooked white rice (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the orange juice, honey, and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the skillet and stir well to thicken the sauce.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each piece to coat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chicken simmer for 10-12 minutes or until fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Sprinkle orange zest over the chicken and stir gently to distribute the flavor.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve warm over cooked white rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2477 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.8 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 2677 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.2 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.5 g | ||
| Protein | 132.5 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1737 mg | 37% | |
*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.
