Citrus Chicken Recipe

Name: Citrus Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds bone-in chicken thighs; 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, about 2 oranges; 2 tablespoons grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper; 1 teaspoon chiffonade fresh mint leaves; 1 1/2 tablespoons chiffonade basil leaves; 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar; 3 tablespoons minced shallots; 1 tablespoon celery seeds; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon minced shallots; 1 teaspoon minced ginger; 1/2 cup orange marmalade (look for marmalade with small rinds); 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce; 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup reserved marinade, strained

Servings: persons

4 pounds bone-in chicken thighs
3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, about 2 oranges
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon chiffonade fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons chiffonade basil leaves
3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons minced shallots
1 tablespoon celery seeds
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1/2 cup orange marmalade (look for marmalade with small rinds)
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup reserved marinade, strained

1
Glaze, recipe follows
2
Combine all the ingredients in a large resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours.
3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
4
Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving 1/4 cup for glaze and put the chicken in a 13 by 9-inch pan and bake for 45 minutes.
5
Baste with the glaze, turn the pieces over and bake for an additional 15 to 25 minutes, basting every 7 minutes.
6
Remove from the oven and arrange the chicken on a serving platter.
7
In a small saucepan, over medium-high heat, add the olive oil.
8
When the oil is hot add the shallots and ginger and saute for 3 minutes.
9
Add the remaining ingredients and reduce heat to a low simmer.
10
Cook for 15 minutes.
11
Baste the chicken with the glaze after 45 minutes.

881

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds bone-in chicken thighs, 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, about 2 oranges, 2 tablespoons grated orange zest, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Citrus Chicken 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.

Citrus Chicken

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