How to Make Chicken with Orange-Mustard Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken with Orange-Mustard Sauce is a delicious and flavorful dish that will make your taste buds sing. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, as it is easy to prepare and bursting with bright citrus flavors.

The combination of tangy orange and zesty mustard creates a sauce that perfectly complements the tender and juicy chicken. Each bite is a delightful mix of sweet, savory, and tart flavors that will leave you craving for more.

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken drumsticks
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 dash ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • ⅛ cup Dijon mustard
  • 1 orange, zested
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground fennel seeds
  • ⅛ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Prick chicken in several places using a fork; arrange in a large dish in 1 layer. Season with salt and pepper and brush with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cover and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, mustard, orange zest, cumin, and fennel together in a small glass bowl.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Brush chicken with orange-mustard sauce and arrange on the preheated grill. Cook, turning often and brushing with more of the sauce, until legs are no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, 16 to 18 minutes. Transfer chicken to a platter and garnish with cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    432 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 138mg
    • Sodium: 423mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 29mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 381mg