Mexican Orange Chicken Recipe

Name: Mexican Orange Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 chicken drumsticks; 8 chicken thighs; salt and black pepper to taste; 1 1/2 cups cubed cooked ham; 1 1/2 cups canned pineapple chunks; 1 (12 ounce) package bacon slices, cut into 2 inch pieces; 1/2 cup raisins (optional); 8 cups freshly squeezed orange juice; 1/4 cup chicken bouillon granules; 1/4 cup butter, cut into small chunks

Servings: persons

1
Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2
Grease a 9x12-inch baking dish with a cover.
3
Place the chicken drumsticks and thighs in the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4
Evenly distribute the ham, pineapple chunks, bacon, and raisins over the chicken.
5
Stir together the orange juice and chicken bouillon granules in a bowl, and pour the mixture over the top of the dish.
6
Dot the top evenly with chunks of butter.
7
Cover, and bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is very tender and the sauce has started to reduce, about 1 1/2 hours.
8
Uncover, baste the chicken pieces with the juices in the bottom of the pan, and return to the oven until the chicken is golden, about 30 more minutes.

1363

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

145

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 chicken drumsticks, 8 chicken thighs, salt and black pepper to taste, 1 1/2 cups cubed cooked ham, and more.

Yes, Mexican Orange 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mexican Orange Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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