How to Make Baked Orange-Glazed Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken is a versatile and delicious meat that can be prepared in a multitude of ways, but one of the most scrumptious ways to enjoy it is by baking it in a flavorful glaze. This Baked Orange-Glazed Chicken recipe is a perfect example of how the tangy sweetness of citrus can elevate the humble chicken to a whole new level of deliciousness.

The combination of juicy chicken and zesty orange glaze creates a dish that is both savory and refreshing, making it an ideal choice for a cozy fam...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup orange juice
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk orange juice, vegetable oil, orange zest, paprika, mustard, and salt in a bowl. Arrange chicken breast halves in a baking dish; pour orange juice mixture over chicken.
  • Bake chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 30 to 45 minutes, basting with orange glaze every 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    391 cal.

    • Total Fat: 31g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 67mg
    • Sodium: 640mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 19mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 279mg