Quick Orange Cumin Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Quick Orange Cumin Chicken—perfectly seasoned chicken breasts bathed in a bright, citrusy orange sauce infused with the warm, earthy aroma of cumin and garlic. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan dish blends savory, sweet, and tangy flavors with a touch of honey for balance, making it as simple as it is irresistible. The sauce reduces to a luscious glaze, ensuring every bite is packed with zesty orange and spice. Garnished with fresh cilantro and optional orange slices, this recipe not only delivers on taste but also presentation. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete meal that's equal parts wholesome and flavorful. Perfect for busy weeknights or low-effort entertaining, this orange cumin chicken is bound to become a new household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 slices Orange slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, mix together the orange juice, orange zest, ground cumin, minced garlic, and honey. Set aside the mixture.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is shimmering, place the chicken breasts in the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour the orange juice mixture over the chicken. Use a spoon to coat the chicken in the sauce.
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the chicken simmer for 10-12 minutes, flipping the pieces halfway through, until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
Remove the lid and allow the sauce to reduce slightly (about 2-3 minutes). Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or honey as needed.
Transfer the chicken to serving plates, spoon some of the reduced sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh cilantro and optional orange slices.
Serve immediately with steamed rice or roasted vegetables if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.5 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 2877 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.0 g | ||
| Protein | 217.2 g | 434% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 590 mg | 13% | |
*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.
