This recipe marries the richness of succulent chicken thighs with the brightness of fresh ingredients. With a harmonious blend of zesty citrus, luscious honey, and fiery spices, this dish is a true testament to the art of balancing contrasts.
Ingredients
Servings 6
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 3/4 cup finely chopped yellow onions
- 1/3 cup rice wine vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons orange juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha or hot red pepper chili paste
- 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh ginger root
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 12 skin-on chicken thighs about 3 1/2 pounds, and/or 2 chickens cut in 1/8’s
Nutritional Facts
Nutrition Facts
Sweet and Spicy Orange Honey Chicken
Amount per Serving
Calories
636
% Daily Value*
Fat
43
g
66
%
Saturated Fat
11
g
69
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
10
g
Monounsaturated Fat
18
g
Cholesterol
220
mg
73
%
Sodium
2336
mg
102
%
Potassium
633
mg
18
%
Carbohydrates
19
g
6
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
14
g
16
%
Protein
42
g
84
%
Vitamin A
238
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
7
mg
8
%
Calcium
65
mg
7
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, onions, rice wine vinegar, honey, orange juice, cilantro, Sriracha, sesame seeds, ginger, garlic and sesame oil, and stir well to combine.
- Place the chicken in a large plastic bag or baking dish and cover with the marinade.
- Toss to combine and place in the refrigerator, turning frequently, to marinate at least 6 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium-low or about 325°F or preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade, and grill the chicken, until brown, about 12-15 minutes. Flip over, and grill an additional 8 – 10 minutes or until cooked through, basting with the marinade while cooking. Alternatively, bake the chicken in the marinade for about 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until chicken is browned and cooked through and the juices run clear. You can also use a grill pan, and grill the chicken on a grill pan.
- If you are grilling the chicken, place the leftover marinade in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat to medium and simmer until slightly thick, about 10-15 minutes. Arrange the chicken on a platter, and spoon the reduced marinade on top.
