Honey-Spiced Chicken with Orange Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Honey-Spiced Chicken with Orange Sauce
60 min.
6
373kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Honey-Spiced Chicken with Orange Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances sweetness and spice while being both gluten-free and dairy-free. This recipe is not just a meal; it's an experience that will transport your taste buds to a sunny citrus grove with every bite. The succulent chicken, infused with a medley of spices, is complemented by a luscious orange sauce that adds a refreshing zing.

Perfect for lunch or dinner, this dish serves six, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or dinner parties. With a preparation time of just 60 minutes, you can easily whip up this impressive main course without spending all day in the kitchen. The combination of honey, ginger, and nutmeg creates a tantalizing glaze that caramelizes beautifully in the oven, while the addition of olives and onions brings a savory depth to the dish.

Not only is this recipe a feast for the senses, but it also boasts a balanced caloric profile, with each serving containing approximately 373 calories. Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a comforting meal at home, our Honey-Spiced Chicken with Orange Sauce is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and get ready to savor a dish that’s as delicious as it is wholesome!

Ingredients

  • lb chicken whole
  • teaspoons cornstarch 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.5 cup olives pitted ripe
  • medium onion sliced
  • slices cranberry-orange relish 
  • cup orange juice 
  • teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoon water cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • dutch oven
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. In deep 12-inch skillet or 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces; cook about 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides.
  3. Heat oven to 350F.
  4. Place chicken in ungreased 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish. Top with onion slices.
  5. Sprinkle with salt, paprika and pepper. In small bowl, mix orange juice, honey, lemon juice, ginger and nutmeg; pour over chicken.
  6. Sprinkle olives over top. Cover with foil.
  7. Bake 45 to 60 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest piece is cut to bone (170F for breasts; 180F for thighs and drumsticks).
  8. Arrange chicken, onions and olives on platter.
  9. Pour pan juices into 1-quart saucepan.
  10. Heat to boiling. In small bowl, mix water and cornstarch; stir into juices.
  11. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until slightly thickened.
  12. Garnish chicken with orange slices; serve with orange sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories373kcal
Protein22.55%
Fat54.7%
Carbs22.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
48.46
Glycemic Load
9.14
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.655652170596%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.31mg
Hesperetin
6.3mg
Naringenin
1.31mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
7.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:373.42kcal
18.67%
Fat:22.87g
35.18%
Saturated Fat:5.67g
35.46%
Carbohydrates:21.39g
7.13%
Net Carbohydrates:20.04g
7.29%
Sugar:17.09g
18.99%
Cholesterol:81.65mg
27.22%
Sodium:642.26mg
27.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.21g
42.42%
Vitamin B3:7.72mg
38.59%
Vitamin C:28.38mg
34.39%
Selenium:16.27µg
23.24%
Vitamin B6:0.46mg
23.03%
Phosphorus:181.09mg
18.11%
Vitamin B5:1.15mg
11.49%
Potassium:374.14mg
10.69%
Zinc:1.57mg
10.49%
Vitamin K:10.65µg
10.15%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.72%
Vitamin A:450.11IU
9%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.43%
Vitamin E:1.26mg
8.39%
Magnesium:33.27mg
8.32%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.81%
Iron:1.38mg
7.65%
Folate:28.47µg
7.12%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.62%
Copper:0.11mg
5.54%
Fiber:1.35g
5.4%
Calcium:34.51mg
3.45%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.45%