PREP TIME: 20 mins | COOK TIME: 1 hr | SERVES: 4
Choosing between orange chicken or lemon chicken always gives me a headache. But with this simple recipe, my problem is solved! Perfect for all the citrus lovers, this Roasted Citrus and Herb Chicken will no doubt give you goose bombs. Tickle your taste buds with the combination of fresh slices of orange and lemon, the added flavour of citrus vinaigrette, and herbs. This recipe is fool-proof and perfect for any chicken parts that you are not sure how to use or never cooked before.
Moist chicken flavoured with citrus and herbs. This is an easy way to put meals on your table. Serve with vegetables on the side for a complete mouthwatering, and family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
3 to 4 pounds bone-in chicken parts
2 oranges, sliced
1 lemon, sliced
1 onion, diced
1 c. fresh orange juice
1/2 c. fresh lemon juice
1/4 c. olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
2 to 3 fresh thyme sprigs
2 to 3 fresh rosemary sprigs
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
How to make Roasted Citrus And Herb Chicken
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 400 degrees F.
Step 2: Add the olive oil, garlic, orange juice, lemon juice, dried oregano, paprika, diced onion, and red pepper flakes. To taste, season with salt and pepper. Mix well until everything is incorporated.
Step 3: At the bottom of a baking dish, place half each of the slices of orange and lemon.
Step 4: On top, arrange the pieces of chicken and season according to taste.
Step 5: Place the thyme, rosemary, and remaining orange and lemon slices on top of the chicken.
Step 6: On the entire chicken, drizzle the orange-lemon juice mixture.
Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 to 60 minutes, uncovered.
Nutrition Facts:
Protein: 112g 62% | Carbs: 25g 14% | Fat: 20g 25%
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 pounds bone-in chicken parts
- 2 oranges, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 c. fresh orange juice
- 1/2 c. fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 c. olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 to 3 fresh thyme sprigs
- 2 to 3 fresh rosemary sprigs
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 400 degrees F.
Step 2: Add the olive oil, garlic, orange juice, lemon juice, dried oregano, paprika, diced onion, and red pepper flakes. To taste, season with salt and pepper. Mix well until everything is incorporated.
Step 3: At the bottom of a baking dish, place half each of the slices of orange and lemon.
Step 4: On top, arrange the pieces of chicken and season according to taste.
Step 5: Place the thyme, rosemary, and remaining orange and lemon slices on top of the chicken.
Step 6: On the entire chicken, drizzle the orange-lemon juice mixture.
Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 to 60 minutes, uncovered.
