Orange Chicken Leg baked in the oven, tender and fragrant, made with a few ingredients and simple cooking. An easy yet refined main course, perfect for everyday meals.
The orange chicken leg is one of those recipes I love to prepare when I want to serve something simple yet surprising. It’s a main course made from everyday ingredients and an accessible preparation, but thanks to the fragrance of the orange and the right oven cooking, it manages to be elegant, balanced, and never boring.
It’s a recipe designed for the family, ideal for Sunday lunch or a midweek dinner, but polished enough to be served even when you have guests and little time. The oven cooking does the rest: practical, uniform, capable of concentrating flavors and providing a reliable result every time.
The orange chicken leg demonstrates that a few well-chosen ingredients and a straightforward preparation are all you need to obtain a fragrant, harmonious, and pleasant dish, to remake every time with the same satisfaction.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I have answered some questions about this preparation. If you have any other doubts or curiosities, write a comment or use the dedicated contact form at the bottom of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 People
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
- Energy 303.95 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 6.54 (g) of which sugars 5.81 (g)
- Proteins 25.08 (g)
- Fat 20.33 (g) of which saturated 5.44 (g)of which unsaturated 8.74 (g)
- Fibers 0.69 (g)
- Sodium 663.96 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 120 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Orange Chicken Leg
- 1.1 lbs chicken (leg)
- 1 orange
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsps Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Mustard
- 2 tbsps Extra virgin olive oil
- to taste herbs
Tools
- Citrus Juicer
- Baking Pan
- Bowl
- Torch
Orange Chicken Leg Recipe
Start the preparation of the orange chicken leg with the dressing.
Mix mustard and soy sauce.
Gradually add the orange juice and finish with extra virgin olive oil.
Set aside.
Place the chicken legs in a baking pan and use a torch to remove any remaining feathers and down.
Pour the dressing over the chicken legs and let them marinate for one or two hours: always ensure the chicken is covered with dressing on both sides.
After the marinating time, add an orange cut into eight parts to the chicken pan.
Optionally, you can also add some herbs: I chose sage and rosemary.
Bake the orange chicken leg in a preheated ventilated oven at 392°F (200°C) for 50 minutes.
Serve the chicken immediately with its dressing.
Orange Chicken Leg: tender, fragrant, and super easy
The orange chicken leg stands out for its simplicity and balance of flavors, a recipe that combines practicality and taste without excess. A fragrant and reassuring main course, able to naturally fit both everyday cooking and a more refined table, leaving room for the pleasure of a preparation made with calm and simplicity.
Also try Balsamic Vinegar Chicken
Can the orange chicken be prepared in advance?
Yes, you can prepare it in advance and store it in the refrigerator for a day. When serving, simply reheat it in the oven at a low temperature to keep the meat tender and the sauce fragrant.
Can I use packaged orange juice?
It’s possible, but fresh orange juice guarantees a more intense and natural aroma. If you use packaged juice, choose one that is 100% orange, without added sugars.
Is soy sauce indispensable?
Soy sauce helps balance the sweetness of the orange with a savory note. Alternatively, you can slightly reduce it or replace it with a pinch of salt, considering the final taste.
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