Best 8 Chicken Thighs With Orange Cinnamon Ginger Sauce Recipes

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Chicken thighs cooked in a tantalizing orange cinnamon ginger sauce is a delectable dish that combines sweet, tangy, and aromatic flavors. The succulent chicken thighs are marinated in a blend of fragrant orange zest, warm cinnamon, and zesty ginger, creating a symphony of flavors that seeps deep into the meat. As the chicken thighs sizzle in a skillet, the sauce thickens and caramelizes, coating each piece in a glossy, flavorful glaze.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ORANGE SAUCE SWEET AND SAVORY CHICKEN THIGHS



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You will love this sweet and savory orange sauce that adds a kick to baked boneless chicken thighs. Best of all, it takes just minutes to prepare.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Entree     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup onion ( chopped )
1 cup orange juice (frozen concentrate; about 8 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon rosemary
1/4 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
1 dash black pepper (plus more to taste)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
3 tablespoons light brown sugar (packed)
6 to 8 chicken thighs (boneless)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 F. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until softened.
  • Add the orange juice, fresh thyme, fresh rosemary, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Simmer , stirring frequently, for 5 minutes.
  • Divide the sauce in two. Reserve.
  • Arrange the chicken thighs in a greased baking dish lined with aluminum foil or parchment paper, skin-side up if you're using thighs with skin.
  • Brush the chicken lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Liberally brush half of the sauce over the chicken thighs and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Bring the remaining sauce to a boil and reduce to a syrupy glaze to serve with the chicken.
  • Serve hot and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 707 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 367 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 69 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 857 mg, Sugar 15 g, Fat 42 g, ServingSize Serves 4, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

ORANGE GINGER CHICKEN THIGHS



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These grilled orange chicken thighs are flavourful, tangy and juicy, and easy to make in the oven or bbq. All you have to do is prepare the marinade ahead of time, and then grill.

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can CAMPBELL'S® Condensed No Salt Added Cream of Chicken Soup
1 lb 454 g skinless, boneless chicken thigh (or drumsticks or wings)
1 tbsp 15 mL orange zest
1/2 cup 125 mL freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tbsp 30 mL soy sauce
2 tbsp 30 mL rice vinegar
2 tbsp 30 mL freshly grated ginger root
1 tbsp 15 mL minced garlic
1 tbsp 15 mL brown sugar
1 tbsp 15 mL Sriracha or other hot sauce
Toasted sesame seeds
Thinly sliced green onion

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together condensed cream of chicken soup, orange zest and juice, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, minced garlic cloves, brown sugar, and Sriracha until well blended.
  • Pour marinade into a resealable bag. Add chicken thighs and seal. Marinate the chicken thighs for at least 2 hours and up to 2 days to get the best flavour.
  • If cooking in the oven, preheat oven to 400F.
  • Arrange marinated and glazed chicken thighs spaced apart on a foil lined baking sheet. Cook in a high heat of 400F oven until golden and crisp, about 20 minutes, basting once with marinade.
  • For grilling on the bbq, cook on one side until golden and crisp, then do the same with the other side.

ORANGE GINGER CHICKEN



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This twist on a popular Chinese takeout dish is one of my husband's all-time favorites. We spoon it over rice. -Toni Schilz, Army Post Office

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 to 1 teaspoon ground ginger
Optional garnishes: thinly sliced green onion and sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Place flour in a large resealable plastic bag. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add to bag, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil in batches over medium heat until chicken is no longer pink. Remove and keep warm., In the same skillet, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan; cook and stir until thickened. Return chicken to the pan; heat through. Sprinkle with green onion and sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHICKEN THIGHS WITH ORANGE CINNAMON GINGER SAUCE



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Categories     Chicken     Citrus     Ginger     Quick & Easy

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 pounds chicken thighs, skins removed
Paprika
3 cloves garlic chopped
1 onion chopped
1 red bell pepper chopped
2 celery ribs chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 cup white raisins
1/2 cup silvered almonds
1 1/2 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
a little cold water
sprnkle of black olives

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with paprika. Heat the pressure cooker. Add oil and brown the chicken. add garlic, stir for 2 minutes. Season with combined salt, cinnamon and ginger. Add onion pepper celery and stir. Add raisins, almonds and orange juice. Close cover securely. Place pressure regulator on the vent pipe. COOK 10 MINUTES. Cool pressure cooker at once by running cold water over it. Remove chicken and vegetables. Combine cornstarch with the water and add to the pot it while heating and stirring until the sauce thickens. Pour sauce over the chicken, sprinkle olives on the top. Serve with couscous

GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH GINGER SCALLION SAUCE



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Simple grilled chicken thighs are taken up a notch with an unexpected and flavorful sauce made from ginger and scallions. The sauce is so fresh and bright, you'll find yourself wanting to eat it with everything.

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup chopped scallions (from 1 to 2 bunches)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 clove garlic, grated
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sambal oelek
5 to 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • To make the scallion sauce: Add the scallions, vegetable oil, vinegar, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil and garlic to a small bowl and stir to combine. Add 2 tablespoons of the ginger scallion sauce to a large bowl and keep the rest refrigerated until ready to serve the chicken.
  • For the chicken thighs: To the bowl with the 2 tablespoons reserved ginger scallion sauce, add the oil, soy sauce, vinegar and sambal oelek. Whisk to combine, then add the chicken thighs. Stir to coat the chicken in the marinade. Let the chicken marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken to a paper towel-lined baking sheet, smooth-side up. Sprinkle the smooth side with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Transfer the chicken to the heated grill pan, seasoning-side down. Sprinkle the underside with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Grill for 10 minutes, rotating the chicken once. Flip the chicken and cook until it is 165 degrees F all the way through and has nice grill marks, an additional 7 to 10 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate.
  • Serve the chicken with the remaining ginger scallion sauce.

CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CINNAMON AND LEMON



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A flavorful wonderful but simple dish using thighs. The cinnamon just makes it a little exotic. A soffrito is simply chopped onions, celery, carrots etc. as a base to a dish fried gently. Recipe from Katie and Giancarlo Caldesi

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

8 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 celery ribs, finely chopped
2 carrots, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 sprig fresh rosemary
4 bay leaves
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, zest of
flour, for coating
salt & freshly ground black pepper
8 chicken pieces
olive oil, for frying
100 ml white wine
2 lemons, juice of
4 cinnamon sticks
200 ml chicken stock
1 free-range egg yolk

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a saucepan and gently fry the celery, carrot, onion, garlic, rosemary and bay leaves until golden, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove the rosemary sprig and bay leaves and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add the grated lemon zest. Set to one side.
  • Meanwhile, for the chicken, mix the flour with the salt and freshly ground black pepper and coat the chicken pieces in this mixture.
  • Heat the olive oil in a frying pan and fry the chicken until golden brown. Add the wine and cook for five minutes.
  • Add the chicken and wine reduction to the soffritto, then add half the lemon juice and cinnamon. Stir well.
  • Add the stock and cook on a low heat for about 45 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced and the chicken is completely cooked through. Keep the pan covered for the first 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Remove the cinnamon sticks, then mix the egg yolk with the remaining lemon juice. Quickly but carefully stir this mixture into the sauce until blended. Serve immediately.

GINGERED CHICKEN THIGHS



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"This recipe was born from the desire to develop a time-friendly, easy-on-the-budget entree loaded with savory Asian flavor. It's a family favorite and also a favorite at the girls' camp where I am the head cook. I usually serve it with rice prepared with coconut milk." Debbie Fleenor - Monterey, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons ground ginger
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons curry powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)
PEANUT SAUCE:
2 tablespoons chicken broth
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon reduced-fat creamy peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish, combine the first 7 ingredients; add the chicken. Turn to coat; cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown chicken on each side. Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk sauce ingredients; pour over chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN THIGHS WITH SPICY ORANGE SAUCE



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Make and share this Chicken Thighs With Spicy Orange Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
nutmeg, a dash
fresh ground black pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 lbs.)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 orange, sliced, for garnish
parsley sprig, for garnish

Steps:

  • To make the sauce: in a saucepan over medium heat, stir the sauce ingredients together until the sugar dissolves and the flavors are blended, about 1 minute.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Place the chicken in a lightly sprayed or oiled 11 x 7 inch glass baking dish.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken.
  • Cover and bake for 15 minutes.
  • Uncover, baste with the sauce, and continue to bake, uncovered, until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes longer.
  • Pour the sauce into a small pan over medium heat.
  • Blend the cornstarch and water and stir into the sauce.
  • Stir until thickened, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer the chicken to a plate and pour the sauce over it.
  • Garnish with orange slices and parsley.

Tips:

  • Choose the right oranges: Use navel oranges for their sweet and juicy flavor. Avoid using blood oranges, as they can make the sauce too tart.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken thighs, make sure to leave enough space between them so that they can brown evenly. If the pan is too crowded, the chicken will steam instead of sear.
  • Use a good quality ginger: Fresh ginger is best, but you can also use ground ginger if you don't have any on hand. Just be sure to use a light hand, as ginger can be very pungent.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken thighs are best when cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooking will make them dry and tough.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is made. The sauce will thicken as it cools, so if you need to make it ahead of time, be sure to reheat it gently before serving.

Conclusion:

This chicken thighs with orange-cinnamon-ginger sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is sweet, tangy, and flavorful. Serve it over rice or noodles, or with a side of roasted vegetables.

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