Herb-Infused Bittersweet Citrus Chicken Thighs

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Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a vibrant bittersweet sauce made from fresh citrus and aromatic herbs, delivering a complex balance of flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs bone-in chicken thighs, olive oil, fresh orange 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat dry 6 bone-in chicken thighs and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin side down and sear for 5-6 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crisp. Flip and cook 3 minutes more.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, 2 sprigs fresh thyme, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh grapefruit juice, and 2 tbsp honey, stirring to combine and deglaze the pan. Let the sauce simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-18 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the sauce coats the skin with a bittersweet glaze.
  6. Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving, spooning extra sauce from the pan over the chicken.

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