Honey Orange Glaze Chicken

Yields4 Servings
Ingredients
 4 chicken breasts (bone in, skin on)
 2 tbsp olive oil
 1 cup orange juice
 2 tbsp brown sugar
 2 tbsp honey
 1 tbsp cider or white wine vinegar
 1 fresh orange, cut into rings
Directions
1

Set the oven to 425°F.

2

On the stovetop, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the chicken skin side down. Cook 3-4 minutes per side until brown.

3

Remove from heat and add ¼ cup water to the skillet then place in the oven and cook for 25 minutes or until the temperature shows 160°F on a thermometer.

4

Meanwhile, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan, combine orange juice, brown sugar, honey and vinegar. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until sauce has thickened for 6 to 8 minutes.

5

When the chicken has reached 160°F liberally baste with the glaze and return it to the oven until the chicken reaches 165°F (about 5 more minutes).

6

Remove chicken from the oven and place it on a cutting board to rest.

7

Heat the skillet on the stove and add the oranges. Cook on each side for 1-2 minutes then remove to your serving dish.

8

To serve, set chicken along with the oranges on a serving dish and spoon sauce on top.

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