Citrus Chicken

Name: Citrus Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italia
Ingredients: 1.5 kg Whole chicken (about 1.5 kg) or chicken thighs; 2 units Oranges; 1 unit Lemon; 1 unit Lime (optional); 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil; 2 units Garlic cloves; 1 unit Sprig of rosemary; 1 tablespoon Honey (optional); to taste Salt; to taste Pepper; 1 glass Chicken broth (or water); 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar (optional)

@maltese

Category: Main courses

A delicious citrus chicken, fresh and fragrant, perfect for any occasion. Ideal for a light and tasty meal.

Difficulty: Medium

Cooking time: 40 minCooking: 40 min

Preparation time: 20 minPreparation: 20 min

Country: Italia

@maltese

Ingredients

No. Servings

Whole chicken (about 1.5 kg) or chicken thighs1.5kg
Oranges2units
Lemon1unit
Lime (optional)1unit
Extra virgin olive oil3tablespoons
Garlic cloves2units
Sprig of rosemary1unit
Honey (optional)1tablespoon
Saltto taste
Pepperto taste
Chicken broth (or water)1glass
Balsamic vinegar (optional)1tablespoon

Purchasable products

Blanchien (Can 33 cl)

£ 3.57

Preparation

STEP 1 OF 8
Wash the oranges, lemon, and lime thoroughly. Squeeze the juice and slice the peel of one orange into thin slices.
STEP 2 OF 8
Cut the chicken into pieces or leave it whole. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
STEP 3 OF 8
In a pan, heat the oil and brown the chicken on all sides until golden. Set aside.
STEP 4 OF 8
In the same pan, sauté the chopped garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add the citrus juice and orange peel slices.
STEP 5 OF 8
Add honey and balsamic vinegar, if desired. Return the chicken to the pan with the broth and the sprig of rosemary.
STEP 6 OF 8
Cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes, adding broth if necessary.
STEP 7 OF 8
Remove the chicken and let it rest. Reduce the sauce if too liquid.
STEP 8 OF 8
Serve the chicken with the citrus sauce, accompanied by rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Suggestions

Large pan
Casserole
Pair it with a bière blanche to enhance the flavors!

General Information

Storage notes

Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

More information

You can customize the dish by adding other spices or herbs to taste.

Origin

Italia, Toscana

Analysis

Macronutrients (100 gr)

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Preparation

STEP 1 OF 8

Wash the oranges, lemon, and lime thoroughly. Squeeze the juice and slice the peel of one orange into thin slices.

STEP 2 OF 8

Cut the chicken into pieces or leave it whole. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

STEP 3 OF 8

In a pan, heat the oil and brown the chicken on all sides until golden. Set aside.

STEP 4 OF 8

In the same pan, sauté the chopped garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add the citrus juice and orange peel slices.

STEP 5 OF 8

Add honey and balsamic vinegar, if desired. Return the chicken to the pan with the broth and the sprig of rosemary.

STEP 6 OF 8

Cover and cook on low heat for 30-40 minutes, adding broth if necessary.

STEP 7 OF 8

Remove the chicken and let it rest. Reduce the sauce if too liquid.

STEP 8 OF 8

Serve the chicken with the citrus sauce, accompanied by rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Macronutrients (100 gr)

Energy (kcal)	115.6
Carbohydrates (g)	4.09
of which Sugars (g)	4.09
Fat (g)	5.68
of which Saturates (g)	1.37
Protein (g)	11.65
Fiber (g)	1.25
Sale (g)	0.1