Description
Effortless Orange Chicken Thighs is a quick and delicious recipe that brings the bright flavors of citrus to your dinner table. Juicy chicken thighs are enveloped in a sweet and tangy orange glaze, making this dish perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 oranges)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper, placing them skin-side up in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and garlic powder until well combined. Pour over chicken thighs.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Switch the oven to broil for an additional 3-5 minutes to crisp the skin.
- Serve hot, drizzling any remaining sauce over the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg