Bohemian Orange Chicken

Bohemian Orange Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 40 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 55 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    42

A delightful Eastern European-inspired chicken dish featuring a caraway-infused sweet and sour orange sauce. A comforting and flavorful experience reminiscent of classic duck preparations, perfect served over traditional Czech bread dumplings and sautéed cabbage.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    241 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    51 g
  • Saturated Fat
    13 g
  • Sodium
    1859 mg
  • Fat
    47 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 0 mins Gather all ingredients.

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Recipe View 0 mins Generously season chicken thighs on both sides with 2 teaspoons kosher salt.

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Recipe View 9 mins Heat olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over high heat. Add chicken, skin-side down, to the hot oil and sear until skin is golden brown and releases from the bottom of the skillet, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn and sear on the other side for 3 to 4 minutes. Turn off the heat and remove chicken to a plate. Drain fat from the skillet and reserve for another use.

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Recipe View 4 mins Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the skillet back on the stove. Add onion, a pinch of kosher salt, and sugar. Turn heat to medium-high; cook and stir until onion turns translucent and sugar starts to caramelize on the bottom, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds, being careful not to burn.

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Recipe View 5 mins Add orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Increase heat to high, and stir in cinnamon, cayenne, and black pepper. Stir occasionally and bring to a boil. Boil until liquids are reduced by half, 2 to 3 minutes.

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Recipe View 0 mins Turn off the heat and transfer chicken and any accumulated juices back into the skillet; make sure the skin is facing up. Baste chicken with the liquid and sprinkle caraway seeds over top.

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Recipe View 1 hrs Cover and bake in the center of the preheated oven for 1 hour. Remove from the oven, remove the lid, and baste chicken.

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Recipe View 20 mins Return to the oven and bake, uncovered, until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 20 more minutes, adding a splash of water if the liquid dries out. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

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Recipe View 0 mins Remove from the oven and baste again. Garnish with grated orange zest.

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Recipe View 0 mins Serve and enjoy!

For a richer sauce, consider using bone-in chicken thighs; their collagen adds body to the sauce.
If you don't have a cast-iron skillet, a Dutch oven or oven-safe braising pan works well.
Adjust the cayenne pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.
Serve with homemade Czech bread dumplings (houskové knedlíky) for an authentic experience.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 14 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Danika Morissette

    I loved how easy this recipe was to follow. The results were restaurant-quality!

  • Tina Ferry

    The caraway seeds are a game-changer! They add such a unique flavor. I followed the recipe exactly, and it was perfect.

  • Talon Keebler

    I've made this several times, and it's always a hit. I sometimes add a splash of Grand Marnier to the sauce for an extra touch.

  • Maggie Ohara

    This recipe is fantastic! The orange sauce is so flavorful, and the chicken comes out incredibly tender.

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