Tangerine Garlic Chicken
Ingredients
- 6bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 tsppaprika
- 2 tbspolive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ csoy sauce
- ¼ cteriyaki sauce
- 2 tbsphoney
- 2 tbsptangerine juice
or orange or lemon juice add more if you prefer stronger citrus flavor
- 3tangerines
peeled and separated in sections
- 4 largegarlic cloves
chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- 1
In a small bowl combine soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, honey, tangerine juice and garlic. Preheat oven to 425F degrees. Arrange chicken pieces on a foil rimmed baking sheet skin side down. Sprinkle on the paprika. Drizzle chicken with olive oil and rub it around on both sides (this helps it from sticking to the pan). Sprinkle on the salt and pepper. Roast 30 minutes.
- 2
Remove pan from oven and spoon glaze over the chicken. Add the tangerine slices around the chicken and the pan. Lower the temperature to 375F and using thongs, carefully turn the chicken skin side up.
- 3
Bake until the internal temperature of the chicken reads 165F. Return to oven for another 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through. *I check the chicken a couple times and baste it with the glaze. If it seems dry, you could add a little bit of water to the sauce (a Tablespoon at a time).
Tangerine Garlic Chicken
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of a flavorful weeknight dinner that practically cleans itself up? This Tangerine Garlic Chicken delivers an irresistible blend of sweet, savory, and tangy, all cooked to perfection with hardly any clean up. It’s the perfect way to bring vibrant flavors to your table without the fuss.
The magic of this Tangerine Garlic Chicken lies in its incredibly delicious honey garlic and tangerine sauce. By cooking the bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs directly in the sauce, you infuse every bite with deep, complex flavors. This approach not only makes for an incredibly juicy and tender chicken but also minimizes dishes, making dinner prep and cleanup a true breeze.
You'll be treated to succulent chicken thighs, bathed in a glossy, golden-orange sauce that perfectly balances the sweetness of honey with the pungent kick of garlic and the bright, zesty notes of tangerine. The roasted tangerine sections soften and burst with concentrated citrus flavor, adding a delightful, fresh counterpoint to the rich chicken. This naturally gluten-free dish is hearty, satisfying, and boasts an aroma that will fill your kitchen, promising a truly delicious dinner experience for four.
While the recipe specifies tangerine juice, you can easily swap it for orange or lemon juice if tangerines aren't in season or available. Feel free to add a little more citrus juice if you prefer a stronger, brighter tang in your sauce. For the tangerine sections, you could substitute with orange slices if you wish.
This Tangerine Garlic Chicken makes a fantastic main course for any dinner occasion, from a casual family meal to a relaxed gathering with friends. Serve it alongside fluffy white rice to soak up every drop of that incredible sauce, or with a simple green salad for a balanced and complete meal.