Honey Tangerine Chicken

Honey Tangerine Chicken is a flavorful dish combining sweet, tangy, and savory elements. It features juicy chicken, marinated or glazed with a mixture of fresh Tangerine juice, zest, and honey, creating a vibrant citrus-forward flavor profile. Coconut Aminos, garlic, and ginger are added for depth and a touch of umami.

Honey Tangerine Chicken is perfect for a cozy dinner or as a centerpiece for entertaining guests, highlighting the natural sweetness of tangerines in a simple, yet sophisticated way.

Honey Tangerine Chicken Ingredients

• Chicken Thighs or Legs
• Avocado Oil
• Garlic
• Shallot
• Ginger
• Coconut Aminos
• Raw Honey
• Organic Tangerine Juice
• Salt and Pepper

Preparing the Marinade

1. First, in a large Ziploc bag, place the chicken thighs or legs in.
   • Note: Don’t have a large bag? No problem! Throw all of these ingredients into a bowl, instead.
2. Next, in a mixing bowl, combine 1 tsp. of Avocado Oil and the rest of the ingredients. Whisk to combine.
3. Then, pour the mixture into the Ziploc bag. Massage the mixture into the chicken.
4. Next, place the bag with the marinade into a bowl.
   • Note: This will prevent any potential spillage out of the bag.
5. Finally, place the bowl into the refrigerator and marinate for at least 4-6 hours (overnight is better).

Cooking the Honey Tangerine Chicken

Baking in the Oven

1. First, preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Next, remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and set on the counter.
3. Then, remove the chicken and place it on a nonstick or parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Next, place it in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
5. Then, flip the chicken (to crisp up the other side) and bake it for 20 more minutes.
6. Finally, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Cooking in the Air Fryer

1. First, remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and set on the counter.
2. Next, remove the chicken and place it into an Air Fryer.
3. Then, set the temperature on the Air Fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. Next, close the Air Fryer tray(s) and cook for 12-15 minutes.
5. Then, remove the chicken from the Air Fryer and place it onto a cutting board.
6. Finally, let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Serving the Honey Tangerine Chicken

Honey Tangerine Chicken is a delicious dish and can be served with a variety of sides. Here are some of our favorite ways to serve this dish:

• Serve with roasted sheet pan vegetables,
• Serve on top of a bed of rice,
• Braise Bok Choy and serve alongside the chicken,
• Roast Broccoli and serve next to chicken,
• Boil Brown Rice Ramen Noodles and mix in stir fried vegetables. Add the chicken to it.

Storing the Leftovers

Honey Tangerine Chicken is best enjoyed the day it is made. However, if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container and in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Honey Tangerine Chicken

Yield: 6 Chicken Legs or Thighs

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Additional Time: 4 hours

Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes

Honey Tangerine Chicken is a flavorful dish combining sweet, tangy, and savory elements. It features juicy chicken, marinated or glazed with a mixture of fresh Tangerine juice, zest, and honey, creating a vibrant citrus-forward flavor profile. Coconut Aminos, garlic, and ginger are added for depth and a touch of umami.

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Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs. Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Legs
• 2 tsp. Avocado Oil
• 3 Garlic Cloves, Minced
• 1 Shallot, Diced
• 1 tsp. Fresh Ginger, Minced
• 1/2 c. Coconut Aminos
• 2 tbsp. Raw Honey
• 1/4. Organic Tangerine Juice
• Salt and Pepper to Taste

Instructions

Preparing the Marinade

1. First, in a large Ziploc bag, place the chicken thighs or legs in. (Note: Don't have a large bag? No problem! Throw all of these ingredients into a bowl, instead).
2. Next, in a mixing bowl, combine 1 tsp. of Avocado Oil and the rest of the ingredients. Whisk to combine.
3. Then, pour the mixture into the Ziploc bag. Massage the mixture into the chicken.
4. Next, place the bag with the marinade into a bowl. (Note: This will prevent any potential spillage out of the bag).
5. Finally, place the bowl into the refrigerator and marinate for at least 4-6 hours (overnight is better).

Cooking the Honey Tangerine Chicken

For the Oven

1. First, preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Next, remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and set on the counter.
3. Then, remove the chicken and place it on a nonstick or parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Next, place it in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
5. Then, flip the chicken (to crisp up the other side) and bake it for 20 more minutes.
6. Finally, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.

For the Air Fryer

1. First, remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator and set on the counter.
2. Next, remove the chicken and place it into an Air Fryer.
3. Then, set the temperature on the Air Fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. Next, close the Air Fryer tray(s) and cook for 12-15 minutes.
5. Then, remove the chicken from the Air Fryer and place it onto a cutting board.
6. Finally, let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Serving the Honey Tangerine Chicken

Honey Tangerine Chicken is a delicious dish and can be served with a variety of sides. Here are some of our favorite ways to serve this dish:

• Serve with roasted sheet pan vegetables,
• Serve on top of a bed of rice,
• Braise Bok Choy and serve alongside the chicken,
• Roast Broccoli and serve next to chicken,
• Boil Brown Rice Ramen Noodles and mix in stir fried vegetables. Add the chicken to it.

Notes

Storing the Leftovers

Honey Tangerine Chicken is best enjoyed the day it is made. However, if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container and in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 3 Serving Size: 2
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 498Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 277mgSodium: 1218mgCarbohydrates: 26gFiber: 1gSugar: 23gProtein: 56g