Description
Brighten your dinner table with this Orange Sunshine Delight, a vibrant dish that combines juicy chicken with zesty orange flavors. Perfect for any occasion, this quick-to-prepare recipe is packed with tropical aromas that will transport you to a sunny paradise. Easy to make and versatile enough for grilling or baking, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 fresh oranges (juice and zest)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp ginger powder
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice and zest, minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and ginger powder to create the marinade.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish; pour half of the marinade over the chicken. Seal or cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken from marinade and place in the baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil and pour remaining marinade on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest before garnishing with chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve with steamed veggies or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg