Roasted Chicken with Smokey Orange Sauce Recipe

Level: Easy
Yield: 4 servings
Total: 45 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 35 min

Nutritional Analysis Per Serving
Serving Size: 1 of 4 servings
Calories: 581
Total Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 55 g
Dietary Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 48 g
Protein: 64 g
Cholesterol: 207 mg
Sodium: 871 mg

Ingredients:

Cooking spray
8 (5-ounce) boneless chicken breast halves (with bone)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup orange marmalade
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke

Transform your weeknight dinner into a flavor-packed adventure with this Roasted Chicken with Smokey Orange Sauce! Tender, juicy bone-in chicken breasts get glazed with a irresistible blend of sweet orange marmalade, savory soy, and that magical hint of liquid smoke for a smoky barbecue vibewithout firing up the grill. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's perfect for busy home cooks craving something special yet simple.

Instructions:

Heat the oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly spray a large roasting pan with cooking spray.
Generously season the chicken on all sides with salt and black pepper.
Arrange chicken in a single layer in the pan.
In a small bowl, whisk orange marmalade, soy sauce, and liquid smoke until smooth. Drizzle evenly over chicken.
Roast 35 minutes, until chicken reaches 165F internally. Serve 4 breasts hot; save leftovers for quesadillas or salads!

Watch the glaze caramelize into sticky perfection, locking in juices for every succulent bite. High-protein, crowd-pleasing, and versatileshred extras for Thai salads or cheesy quesadillas. Pat chicken dry first for crisp edges, use a thermometer for safety, and add chili flakes for heat. Pair with rice or veggies to mop up that glossy sauce. Your family will rave![1][3]