How To Make Sticky Citrus Chicken
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking dish by lining it with foil and spraying with cooking spray.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper.
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Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and pour the citrus glaze over them, making sure each piece is well coated.
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Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through and the glaze has thickened and become sticky.
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Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
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Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
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Serve the Sticky Citrus Chicken with steamed rice or noodles, and your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Calories : 320kcal
- Total Fat : 6g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 96mg
- Sodium : 840mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 30g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugar : 26g
- Protein : 36g
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