South African Orange Chicken

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 1
Tangy and sweet South African Orange Chicken recipe
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 lbs chicken pieces
1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons orange zest ( grated or julienned ( try to avoid the white pith )
1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons mustard , prepared table mustard ( preferably wholegrain mustard )
3 tablespoons soy sauce ( Kikkoman preferred )
1 tablespoon rosemary , fresh , chopped ( or 1/2 Tbsp dried )
salt
2 tablespoons brandy ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
450
Sugar
25g
Fat
22g
South African Orange Chicken is a popular dish that is known for its sweet and tangy flavor. The chicken is coated in a sauce made from orange juice, honey, and mustard that caramelizes as it bakes, creating a sticky glaze. This dish is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. It pairs well with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables and is sure to become a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2.In a bowl, combine the orange juice, orange zest, honey, mustard, soy sauce, rosemary, and salt.
3.Place the chicken pieces in a baking dish and pour the sauce over them, making sure all the chicken is coated.
4.Bake the chicken for 45 minutes, then remove it from the oven.
5.Using a baster or a spoon, baste the chicken with the sauce in the dish.
6.Return the chicken to the oven and bake for another 10-15 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze is sticky and caramelized.

PROS

This South African Orange Chicken is a sweet and tangy twist on traditional chicken dishes.

The sauce is easy to prepare and adds a unique flavor to the dish.

CONS

This recipe is high in sugar due to the honey and orange juice.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, the chicken provides a good source of protein and the orange zest adds vitamin C to the dish.
Honey has antibacterial properties and may provide some immune system benefits.

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