Chicken With Honey Spiced Orange Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken With Honey Spiced Orange Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp. vegetable oil; 2 1/2-3 pound fryer chicken, cut into pcs; 2 med. white onions, sliced so which it separates into circles; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1 c. orange juice; 1/4 c. honey; 2 tbsp. lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon grnd ginger; 1/4 teaspoon grnd nutmeg; 1 tbsp. cool water; 2 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 (6 ounce.) can pitted black olives, liquid removed; 1 attractive orange, sliced

Servings: persons

2 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 1/2-3 pound fryer chicken, cut into pcs
2 med. white onions, sliced so which it separates into circles
1 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 c. orange juice
1/4 c. honey
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grnd ginger
1/4 teaspoon grnd nutmeg
1 tbsp. cool water
2 teaspoon cornstarch
1 (6 ounce.) can pitted black olives, liquid removed
1 attractive orange, sliced

1
Cook chicken in oil over medium heat, till brown on all sides, at least 15 min.
2
Place chicken in ungreased oblong baking dish, 11 x 7 x 1 1/2 inches; sprinkle pepper and paprika over chicken and top with onion slices.
3
Mix orange juice, honey, lemon juice, ginger and nutmeg; pour over chicken.
4
Cover and cook in 350 degree oven till done, 45 min to 1 hour.
5
Arrange chicken and onions on platter.
6
Pour pan juices into a saucepan and heat to boiling.
7
Mix water and cornstarch; stir slowly into juices.
8
Cook and stir till slightly thickened, 1-2 min.
9
Garnish chicken with orange slices and olives; serve with orange sauce on the side.
10
This dish requires some last minute work (making the orange sauce) and looks very pretty on a serving plate.

291

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tbsp. vegetable oil, 2 1/2-3 pound fryer chicken, cut into pcs, 2 med. white onions, sliced so which it separates into circles, 1 teaspoon paprika, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Honey Spiced Orange Sauce Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!