Description
Juicy, flavorful chicken thighs roasted with baby potatoes and carrots in a bright, tangy orange juice marinade. Sweet honey and soy sauce balance the citrus for a perfect weeknight dinner that’s both comforting and vibrant.
Ingredients
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- 6-10 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup orange juice (not from concentrate if possible)
- 1/4 cup sour orange marinade or extra orange juice + 1 tbsp vinegar
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 tsp jarlic)
- 1 shallot, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 lbs baby potatoes, halved (or russet chunks)
- 2 medium carrots, sliced on the diagonal (optional)
- 4 tbsp olive oil, divided (2 tbsp for veggies, 2 tbsp for chicken)
- 1 tbsp Badia Complete Seasoning
- 1 tbsp Adobo seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper plus extra for chicken
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
- Garnish: sliced scallions, sesame seeds, orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, sour orange marinade (or extra juice + vinegar), soy sauce, honey, ground ginger, garlic, and sliced shallot.
- Place chicken thighs in a large bowl or dish and season with Badia Complete Seasoning, Adobo, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over chicken and rub seasonings evenly.
- In a large baking dish or sheet pan, toss potatoes and carrots with 2 tbsp olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken thighs on top of the vegetables and pour the orange juice mixture over everything.
- Roast for 35–45 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are tender, basting occasionally with pan juices.
- Garnish with sliced scallions, sesame seeds, and orange zest before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh orange juice for the brightest flavor.
- You can adjust honey for sweetness and vinegar for tanginess based on preference.
- Chicken can be marinated for 1–2 hours ahead of time for extra flavor.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with vegetables
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg