Baked Chicken With Blood Oranges And Thyme Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this stunning Baked Chicken recipe featuring the vibrant, slightly tart flavor of blood oranges and fragrant thyme. This surprisingly simple recipe is a delicious experiment that's guaranteed to impress. While blood oranges add a unique twist, feel free to substitute with other citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, or grapefruits for a delightful variation. Get ready for juicy, flavorful chicken that's perfect for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight meal!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 240.4 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Chicken With Blood Oranges And Thyme

  • 1 (3 1/2 pound) chicken
  • 3-4 blood oranges, yielding 1 1/2 cups juice and 1 tablespoon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

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How to Make Baked Chicken With Blood Oranges And Thyme

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together blood orange juice, zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place sliced onions in the bottom of a baking dish.
  4. Place chicken on top of the onions.
  5. Pour the blood orange mixture over the chicken, ensuring it's evenly coated.
  6. Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves generously over the chicken.
  7. Pour chicken broth into the bottom of the baking dish.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear when pierced with a fork.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra thyme leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

21g

Carbs

1g

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