Baked Citrus-Glazed Chicken with Sweet Plantains

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-03 · Updated 2026-08-03

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Tender chicken thighs baked in a tangy orange and lime glaze served alongside caramelized sweet plantains. This Caribbean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
1/2 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lime juice
3 tbsp honey
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 medium ripe sweet plantains
2 tbsp vegetable oil
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice, 3 tbsp honey, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until combined.
Step 2: Place 6 bone-in chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the citrus glaze over them, turning to coat evenly. Let marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
Step 3: Bake the chicken thighs uncovered for 35-40 minutes, basting halfway through with the glaze, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the skin is golden.
Step 4: While chicken bakes, peel and slice 2 medium ripe sweet plantains into 1/2-inch thick diagonal pieces.
Step 5: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add plantain slices and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and caramelized, turning gently to avoid breaking.
Step 6: Remove plantains and drain on paper towels. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
Step 7: Serve the baked chicken thighs garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro alongside the caramelized plantains.