Blood Orange and Rosemary Glazed Chicken Thighs
Blood Orange and Rosemary Glazed Chicken Thighs offer a vibrant twist on a classic dish that is both easy to prepare and visually stunning. The succulent chicken, infused with the zesty sweetness of blood oranges and aromatic rosemary, creates a delightful flavor experience that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for any occasion, this dish delivers mouthwatering results with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup fresh blood orange juice (about 2–3 blood oranges)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together blood orange juice, minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, and chopped rosemary until well combined.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the glaze over them evenly.
- Roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes or until internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (75°C), basting halfway through cooking.
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (about 170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg