Honey-Orange Glazed Chicken
A delightful blend of tangy orange and sweet honey that coats succulent chicken breasts, creating a flavor explosion in every bite. This easy recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.
ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in a greased baking dish.
- 3.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, orange juice, soy sauce, mustard, orange zest, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
- 4.
Pour the glaze mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are coated evenly.
- 5.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- 6.
While the chicken is baking, prepare the cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch and water in a small bowl.
- 7.
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the baking dish and transfer it to a serving platter, leaving the glaze behind.
- 8.
Pour the glaze into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat.
- 9.
Gradually whisk in the cornstarch slurry until the glaze thickens, about 2 minutes.
- 10.
Pour the thickened glaze over the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.
