Rosemary Skewered Chicken with Orange Glaze the Biggest Loser
Elevate your grilling game with Rosemary Skewered Chicken with Orange Glaze, a bright and healthy dish inspired by "The Biggest Loser." Tender chicken breast is marinated in a zesty blend of fresh orange juice, honey, soy sauce, and garlic, then artfully threaded onto fresh rosemary sprigs for a fragrant, earthy twist. Each skewer is grilled to perfection, brushed with the reserved orange glaze for a hint of citrusy sweetness and a gorgeous char. This low-calorie, high-flavor recipe is perfect for those looking to enjoy a lighter meal without sacrificing bold taste. Serve these skewers as an impressive centerpiece for a weeknight dinner or a backyard barbecue, garnished with a touch of fresh orange zest for an added pop of flavor and color.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breast
- 6 pieces Rosemary sprigs (sturdy and fresh)
- 3 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Soak the rosemary sprigs in water for 15 minutes to prevent scorching during cooking.
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the orange glaze marinade.
Reserve 1.5 tablespoons of the glaze for basting during cooking. Pour the rest over the chicken cubes and marinate for 15 minutes.
Carefully strip the bottom leaves off each rosemary sprig, leaving a few at the top for presentation. Sharpen the bottom of each sprig to make skewering easier.
Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto the rosemary sprigs, distributing them evenly among the sprigs.
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat. Grease the grill lightly to prevent sticking.
Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, brushing occasionally with the reserved orange glaze until the chicken is fully cooked, lightly charred, and registers 165°F internally.
Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and garnish with additional fresh orange zest if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy this light, healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
894 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3171 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.0 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 130.0 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1420 mg | 30% | |
*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.
