Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Citrus Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
6%
Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Citrus Sauce
90 min.
8
215kcal

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If you’re looking for a flavorful and satisfying dish that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free, look no further than these Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Citrus Sauce. This delightful recipe brings together the vibrant tastes of citrus and the richness of mustard, creating a tangy sauce that perfectly complements the tender, juicy chicken thighs. With just 90 minutes of cooking time, you can prepare a meal that serves up to eight people, making it perfect for family gatherings or dinner parties.

Each bite is packed with a delicious blend of sweet and savory, enhanced by a hint of spice from crushed red pepper and the warmth of freshly minced garlic. What’s even better is the simplicity of the preparation, allowing you to marinate the chicken while you unwind, and then just brown the thighs to perfection before simmering them in a flavorful sauce enriched with orange juice and zest.

This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also aligns with your dietary preferences, offering a healthy balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Whether you choose to serve it for lunch or dinner, this Chicken Thighs with Mustard-Citrus Sauce is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Get ready to savor a dish that’s as delicious as it is easy to make!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup chicken broth low-sodium canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • 0.3 cup dijon mustard 
  • tablespoons garlic divided minced
  • tablespoons honey divided
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup orange juice 
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest 
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • tablespoons shallots chopped
  •  chicken thighs boneless skinless
  • tablespoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Mix lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tbsp. garlic and 2 Tbsp. honey in a plastic bag.
  2. Add chicken and marinate in fridge for 1 hour.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet.
  4. Remove thighs from marinade, pat dry and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Brown chicken on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  5. Remove chicken from pan, add shallots, remaining garlic and crushed red pepper; cook 2 minutes. Return chicken to pan and add orange juice and broth. Simmer, turning once, until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  6. Remove chicken to plate.
  7. Add mustard, orange zest and remaining honey to skillet. Bring to a boil and whisk until sauce thickens, about 7 minutes. Spoon over chicken and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories215kcal
Protein42.75%
Fat36.05%
Carbs21.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.53
Glycemic Load
4.66
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
11.519565167634%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.4mg
Hesperetin
2.96mg
Naringenin
0.44mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:215.39kcal
10.77%
Fat:8.62g
13.26%
Saturated Fat:1.72g
10.74%
Carbohydrates:11.4g
3.8%
Net Carbohydrates:10.78g
3.92%
Sugar:8.64g
9.6%
Cholesterol:107.35mg
35.78%
Sodium:416.82mg
18.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.99g
45.98%
Selenium:28.77µg
41.09%
Vitamin B3:6.79mg
33.94%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.68%
Phosphorus:238.24mg
23.82%
Vitamin C:12.45mg
15.1%
Vitamin B5:1.45mg
14.54%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.42%
Zinc:1.88mg
12.51%
Vitamin B12:0.75µg
12.42%
Potassium:393.61mg
11.25%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.48%
Magnesium:34.21mg
8.55%
Iron:1.39mg
7.7%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.13%
Copper:0.11mg
5.43%
Vitamin K:5.68µg
5.41%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.21%
Folate:12.99µg
3.25%
Calcium:28.25mg
2.82%
Fiber:0.62g
2.49%
Vitamin A:85.26IU
1.71%
Source:My Recipes