Description
Baked Orange Chicken is a delightful dish that combines the sweetness of fresh oranges with savory soy sauce, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. This easy-to-make recipe not only fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma but also impresses guests with its vibrant presentation. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish allows for customization to suit any palate. Serve it warm over rice or noodles for a complete meal that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (about 2–3 oranges)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a baking dish, place chicken breasts and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, garlic, brown sugar, ginger, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Stir cornstarch slurry into the glaze mixture.
- Pour half the glaze over the chicken and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through, basting with remaining glaze halfway through.
- Once done, let it rest for a few minutes before garnishing with green onions. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg