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Baked Florida Orange Juice Rosemary Chicken Recipe

Baked Florida Orange Juice Rosemary Chicken Recipe
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This Baked Florida Orange Juice Rosemary Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken thighs glazed with a fragrant orange-rosemary sauce. The combination of Florida orange juice, garlic, maple syrup, and fresh rosemary creates a sweet and savory glaze that perfectly complements the herb-seasoned chicken, making it an easy yet elegant dish for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (can substitute with boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs)
  • ½ tsp. dried thyme
  • ½ tsp. dried oregano
  • ½ tsp. kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp. unsalted butter

Orange Rosemary Glaze

  • 1 cup Florida Orange Juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup chicken stock
  • 2 tbsp. maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp. honey
  • 1 tbsp. fresh rosemary, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400° F to ensure it is at the perfect temperature for roasting the chicken later.
  2. Season Chicken: In a bowl, season the chicken thighs with dried thyme, dried oregano, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Set the chicken aside to let the spices coat the meat evenly.
  3. Sear Chicken: Melt the unsalted butter in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until the skin turns golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside temporarily.
  4. Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook it for about 1 minute, stirring frequently until it becomes fragrant but not burnt.
  5. Make Glaze: Stir in the Florida orange juice, chicken stock, maple syrup, honey, and fresh rosemary into the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until slightly thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  6. Return Chicken to Skillet: Place the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet, spooning some of the glaze over the top of each piece to coat them well.
  7. Roast Chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the chicken until it is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 25 to 30 minutes.
  8. Serve: Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven. Garnish the chicken with chopped fresh parsley leaves for a pop of color and fresh flavor. Serve immediately with the orange rosemary glaze drizzled over.

Notes

  • You can substitute bone-in chicken thighs with boneless, skinless thighs or breasts if preferred, but cooking times may vary slightly.
  • Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption using a meat thermometer.
  • If you don’t have Florida orange juice, any fresh or high-quality orange juice will work.
  • Adjust sweetness by modifying honey and maple syrup quantities to taste.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, rice, or a light salad.

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