Cilantro Orange Chicken

This cilantro orange chicken dish combines all my favorites in one: citrus flavor, fragrant cilantro, and tender chicken. It’s absolutely fantastic over some steamed rice and veggies on the side. 

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What We Love About This Cilantro Orange Chicken 

• Simple and Quick: With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, this recipe offers busy moms and dads a hassle-free way to prepare lunch or dinner. 
• Packed with flavor: Although the recipe is simple, there’s no shortage of flavor with this recipe thanks to the sweet and savory flavors.
• Great for meal-prepping: If you find yourself packing lunch for you and your family, you’ll be glad to know that this recipe keeps well in the refrigerator for grab-and-go meals. 

Cilantro Orange Chicken Ingredients

• Chicken Breast: This recipe calls for chicken breast filets, but chicken thighs would work just as well. 
• Fresh Cilantro: Fresh cilantro adds a burst of freshness to the marinade. 
• Orange Juice: Orange juice adds a tangy and citrusy flavor to the marinade. 
• Honey: Honey helps caramelize the chicken while adding a hint of sweetness. 
• Garlic: Garlic enhances the savory profile of the marinade. 
• Cooking Oil: Feel free to use grape-seed oil or avocado oil for this recipe. 

How to Make Cilantro Orange Chicken 

1. Make the marinade. Combine cilantro, garlic, orange juice, honey, and salt. 
   
2. Coat the chicken with half of the marinade. Let it marinate for 30 minutes to 2 hours. 
   
3. Bake the chicken for 30-40 minutes. Make sure it is cooked through. 
4. Brush the cooked chicken. Serve warm. 

Make Ahead and Storing Instructions: 

• To Make Ahead: Prepare the marinade and marinate the chicken in advance, then store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before cooking.
• To Store: Store the cilantro orange chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Cilantro Orange Chicken

This cilantro orange chicken dish combines all my favorites in one: citrus flavor, fragrant cilantro, and tender chicken. It’s absolutely fantastic over some steamed rice and veggies on the side. 

Prep Time: 5 minutes mins

Cook Time: 30 minutes mins

Total Time: 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4

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Ingredients 

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• ▢ 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
• ▢ ½ cup cilantro, finely chopped
• ▢ 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ▢ 1 orange, juiced
• ▢ 1 tbsp honey
• ▢ 1 tbsp grape-seed or avocado oil
• ▢ salt to taste

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Instructions 

• Add the cilantro, garlic, orange juice, honey and salt to taste to a bowl and stir to combine.
• Pour half of the sauce over the chicken and toss to coat.
• Allow to marinate for 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
• Reserve the other half of the sauce for later.
• Preheat oven to 350ºF.
• Place the chicken on an oiled baking sheet.
• Bake in preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 165°F.
• Brush the chicken with reserved sauce and serve.

Notes

• Ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
• Reserve some marinade for brushing onto the cooked chicken before serving for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 178kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 26gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 63mgPotassium: 507mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 209IUVitamin C: 18mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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