Baked Chicken L Orange Recipe

Craving juicy, flavorful chicken l'orange without the guilt? This "healthified" baked version is a delicious and surprisingly easy recipe perfect for your weight-loss journey! Enjoy tender chicken bathed in a zesty orange sauce, without the deep frying. Pair it with our suggested side of whole-grain rice (enhanced with a touch of butter and cilantro) or steamed carrots for a complete and satisfying meal. (Note: Requires overnight marinating.)

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 260.2 kcal

Protein 62g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Chicken L Orange

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup fresh navel orange juice
1 navel orange, zested
1/4 cup slivered almonds
salt
white pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Baked Chicken L Orange

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
Add chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Remove chicken from marinade and place in a baking dish. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken.
Bake for 50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. Baste halfway through cooking.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dish (whole grain rice with 1 tbsp light butter and 1 tsp cilantro, or steamed carrots).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

39 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

Carbs

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Poultry Chicken Recipes Asian Chinese Healthy Baking

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Weeknight 60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion Healthy Main Dish Easy Beginner Cook Dietary Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Low In Something Meat

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Chicken L Orange?

Baked Chicken L Orange takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Chicken L Orange?

Baked Chicken L Orange has approximately 260.2 calories per serving, with about 62 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 13 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Chicken L Orange?

The key ingredients for Baked Chicken L Orange are Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts, Navel Oranges, Navel Orange, Slivered Almonds, Salt, White Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.