Broadway-Inspired Citrus Glazed Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a bright, tangy citrus sauce. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, orange juice, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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.
Ingredients
- 6 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp scallions, sliced
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5 minutes until skin is golden and crispy, then flip and cook 3 minutes on the other side.
- Step 3: In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated ginger until well combined and fragrant.
- Step 4: Pour the citrus glaze over the chicken thighs in the skillet, then transfer the skillet to the oven. Roast for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and the glaze thickens slightly.
- Step 5: Remove from oven and spoon the glaze over the chicken again. Garnish with 2 tbsp sliced scallions before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Broadway-Inspired Citrus Glazed Chicken Thighs take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Broadway-Inspired Citrus Glazed Chicken Thighs?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Broadway-Inspired Citrus Glazed Chicken Thighs?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Broadway-Inspired Citrus Glazed Chicken Thighs for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Broadway-Inspired Citrus Glazed Chicken Thighs?
American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
