Description
Baked Orange Chicken is a delightful fusion of succulent chicken breasts enveloped in a sweet and tangy orange glaze. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also transforms any meal into a festive celebration with its vibrant flavors and inviting aroma. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe will have your loved ones coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place in the baking dish.
- Pour the orange sauce over the chicken ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, basting halfway through with extra sauce for moisture.
- Let rest briefly before garnishing with green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg