Chicken Naranja

Elevate your weeknight dinners with Chicken Naranja, a zesty and flavorful dish that brings the sunny essence of oranges to your table. This recipe features succulent bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs seared to golden perfection and simmered in a luscious sauce made with freshly squeezed orange juice, honey, garlic, and a hint of soy sauce for a savory twist. The vibrant orange zest enhances the citrusy aroma while the cornstarch-thickened glaze ensures every bite is bursting with bold, tangy sweetness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan meal is as easy to prepare as it is impressive to serve. Garnished with fresh parsley and perfect alongside rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables, Chicken Naranja is a fuss-free masterpiece that will delight your taste buds with every forkful.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Pat the chicken thighs dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken thighs skin-side down, and cook until golden and crisp, about 6–7 minutes. Flip and cook the other side for 4–5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the orange juice, orange zest, honey, and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce until it thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and allow the chicken to cook in the sauce for 15–18 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).

Step 7

Spoon the sauce over the chicken occasionally while cooking to ensure it is well-coated and flavorful.

Step 8

Once done, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve the Chicken Naranja hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(987.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1788.1

Total Fat 122.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 486mg	0%
Sodium 3444.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 54.8g
Protein 112.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 150.8mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1855.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.1%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 15.3%