Lucky Chicken with Oranges
Infuse your kitchen with bright, zesty aromas by making this irresistible Lucky Chicken with Oranges. This vibrant recipe combines tender, crispy-skinned chicken thighs with a sticky-sweet glaze made from honey, soy sauce, and freshly squeezed orange juice, creating a perfect balance of savory and citrusy flavors. Accented with fragrant garlic, warming ginger, and a hint of paprika, this dish is as flavorful as it is easy to prepare. Juicy orange slices bake alongside the chicken, enhancing the tangy-sweet profile, while sliced green onions and optional toasted sesame seeds add a fresh, aromatic garnish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this oven-to-table recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for special occasions. Serve with steamed rice or a crisp green salad for a deliciously complete meal. Perfect for fans of citrus-glazed chicken, one-pan dinners, and quick, flavorful recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 large orange orange slices (thinly sliced)
- 2 units green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season them on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and sear for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in the ground ginger, paprika, honey, soy sauce, and orange juice. Cook the mixture for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it starts to thicken slightly.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon some of the sauce over the top. Arrange the orange slices around the chicken.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the dish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds, if desired, before serving. Serve warm with rice or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1855 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 122.9 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.0 g | 155% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 4593 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.7 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.3 g | ||
| Protein | 117.2 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2049 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.
