Zippy Orange BBQ Chicken Packets

Health score
1%
Zippy Orange BBQ Chicken Packets
30 min.
4
579kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your weeknight dinners with a burst of flavor? Look no further than these Zippy Orange BBQ Chicken Packets! This delightful dish combines the smoky sweetness of barbecue sauce with the refreshing zing of orange juice, creating a mouthwatering experience that will leave your taste buds dancing. Perfect for lunch or dinner, these packets are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare, making them a fantastic choice for busy weeknights.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves four, featuring tender shredded rotisserie chicken enveloped in flaky crescent dough and topped with melted Cheddar cheese. The addition of green onions adds a fresh crunch, while the honey brings a touch of sweetness that perfectly balances the savory elements. Whether you're cooking for family or entertaining friends, these chicken packets are sure to impress.

So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in a dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. With a caloric breakdown that includes a satisfying amount of protein and a delightful mix of fats and carbs, this recipe is not only tasty but also a well-rounded meal option. Dive into the world of flavor with Zippy Orange BBQ Chicken Packets and make your next meal a memorable one!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup barbecue sauce 
  • teaspoon butter 
  • medium spring onion chopped
  • tablespoon honey 
  • tablespoons orange juice concentrate frozen thawed ()
  • ounce regular crescent rolls refrigerated pillsbury® canned
  • cups rotisserie chicken cut shredded
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. In 1-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in chicken, barbecue sauce, orange juice concentrate and honey.
  2. Remove from the heat; stir in green onions. Set aside.
  3. Separate dough into 4 rectangles; press perforations to seal. Spoon 1/2 cup chicken mixture onto half of each rectangle; sprinkle with cheese. Fold dough over filling; press edges with fork to seal.
  4. Place on ungreased cookie sheet.
  5. Bake at 375 degrees F 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

Calories579kcal
Protein26.07%
Fat42.53%
Carbs31.4%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.32
Glycemic Load
2.46
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.5308695331864%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.8mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:578.96kcal
28.95%
Fat:27.94g
42.98%
Saturated Fat:11.05g
69.06%
Carbohydrates:46.41g
15.47%
Net Carbohydrates:45.77g
16.64%
Sugar:25.39g
28.21%
Cholesterol:130.37mg
43.46%
Sodium:1326.39mg
57.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.53g
77.06%
Vitamin C:17.73mg
21.49%
Vitamin K:16.64µg
15.85%
Calcium:121.89mg
12.19%
Phosphorus:81.89mg
8.19%
Vitamin A:369.66IU
7.39%
Selenium:4.61µg
6.58%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.48%
Iron:1.14mg
6.31%
Potassium:187.3mg
5.35%
Folate:17.16µg
4.29%
Zinc:0.64mg
4.26%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.56%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.52%
Magnesium:13.97mg
3.49%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.4%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.13%
Fiber:0.64g
2.55%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.53%
Copper:0.05mg
2.25%
Vitamin B3:0.39mg
1.94%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.9%
Source:Allrecipes