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Sticky Orange Glazed Chicken Skillet

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This one-pan sticky orange glazed chicken skillet features juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet, tangy, and savory orange glaze. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 6–8 pieces)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2/3 cup fresh orange juice (from 2 medium oranges)
  • Zest from 1 orange
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Extra orange slices or zest (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and ginger (if using). In another small bowl, mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs, skin-side down, and cook undisturbed for 6-8 minutes until skin is golden and releases easily. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan. Pour orange glaze over chicken and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, turning once, until chicken is cooked through (165°F at thickest part).
  5. Remove chicken to a plate and tent with foil. Whisk cornstarch slurry into skillet glaze. Increase heat to medium and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until glaze thickens and becomes sticky. Add a splash of water or orange juice if too thick.
  6. Return chicken to skillet and spoon thickened glaze over each piece. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley, chives, and extra orange zest or slices. Serve hot, spooning glaze over chicken.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce and check cornstarch label. Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts can be used; reduce cooking time. Add veggies like bell peppers or snap peas in the last 5 minutes for extra nutrition. For extra crispy skin, broil chicken for 2-3 minutes after glazing. Leftovers keep well and flavors deepen after a day in the fridge.

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