Slow-cooked Braised Orange Chicken with a Savory Citrus Twist

This recipe for Braised Orange Chicken is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, with tender chicken cooked in a citrus-infused sauce. By braising the chicken slowly, it becomes incredibly moist and flavorful, making for a delicious and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts, bone-in and skin-on
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine orange juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them skin-side down in the skillet until golden brown.
5. Flip the chicken, pour the orange juice mixture over the chicken, and bring it to a simmer.
6. Cover the skillet with a lid or foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
7. Braise the chicken in the oven for 45-50 minutes, basting it with the sauce occasionally.
8. Once the chicken is cooked through and tender, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
9. Serve the Braised Orange Chicken with the sauce spooned over the top.
10. Enjoy the delicious citrus-infused flavors!

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