Delicious and Flavorful Rosemary Chicken with a Tangy Orange Maple Glaze

This rosemary chicken with orange maple glaze recipe is a delightful combination of savory and tangy flavors. The succulent chicken is marinated in rosemary-infused spices and then cooked to perfection. The finishing touch is a luscious glaze made from a blend of fresh orange juice, sweet maple syrup, and aromatic spices. The result is a juicy and flavorful dish that will impress everyone at your dinner table. It's simple to make yet tastes like a gourmet masterpiece.

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and rub the olive oil mixture all over the chicken, ensuring it's well-coated.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the orange juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, orange zest, and ground cinnamon.
5. Pour the orange maple glaze over the chicken breasts, making sure they are evenly coated.
6. Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
7. While the chicken is baking, spoon the glaze from the bottom of the baking dish over the chicken every 10 minutes to keep it moist and to enhance the flavor.
8. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Serve the rosemary chicken with the remaining glaze on the side for dipping or drizzling.

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