Orange Dijon Garlic Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Orange Dijon Garlic Chicken—a vibrant and flavorful dish that strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and savory. Tender, seared chicken breasts are bathed in a zesty marinade made from fresh orange juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic, with a touch of honey for natural sweetness and a hint of thyme for earthy depth. Baked to juicy perfection in an oven-safe skillet, this one-pan wonder is crowned with a glossy, citrus-forward sauce that’s irresistibly spoon-worthy. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and minimal cleanup, this recipe is ideal for busy home cooks seeking gourmet results. Serve this golden, aromatic chicken with roasted vegetables, fluffy rice, or creamy mashed potatoes for a dinner that feels both indulgent and effortless.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Thyme (fresh, chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 cup Chicken stock
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, olive oil, thyme, salt, and black pepper. This is your marinade and sauce base.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season lightly with additional salt and pepper on both sides.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Pour the prepared marinade into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes, then add the chicken stock to slightly thin the sauce.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over each piece.
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). Baste the chicken once or twice during baking with the sauce.
Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes. Spoon additional sauce over the chicken before serving.
Serve warm with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.7 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 597 mg | 199% | |
| Sodium | 3949 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.9 g | ||
| Protein | 222.1 g | 444% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 2348 mg | 50% | |
*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.
