Tangy Chicken with Oranges (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
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5-6 chicken thighs with skin and bones intact.
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1 tablespoon oil from olives.
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1/2 teaspoon regular salt.
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper.
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2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped.
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1 big shallot, cut into small cubes (1/3 cup).
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2/3 cup juice squeezed from oranges.
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1 cup broth made from chicken.
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1 tablespoon grated orange peel.
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1 1/2 tablespoons natural honey.
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1 tablespoon vinegar from apple cider.
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1 cup fresh cranberries, with 2 extra tablespoons for topping.
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1/2 orange, cut into thin rounds.
# Preparation Steps:
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Warm up the oven to 400°F. Sprinkle chicken pieces with pepper and salt.
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Brown chicken in a hot, oiled pan for about 4-5 minutes on each side till it's golden. Set aside on a plate.
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Soften the shallot and garlic for 4-5 minutes. Pour in all wet ingredients, add honey, and mix in cranberries. Let bubble for 8-10 minutes until it gets thicker.
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Put chicken back into the pan along with leftover cranberries and sliced orange. Bake for about 15-20 minutes until chicken temp hits 165°F.
# Additional Tips:
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Make sure your pan can go in the oven.
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The dish works better with cranberries that aren't dried.
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You can swap out honey for some pure maple syrup.