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Chicken in Orange Sauce Recipe (Pollo a la Naranja)
This chicken in orange sauce is a simple, comforting dish where chicken legs simmer in a sweet and savory citrus broth. You’ll start by softening aromatics like onion, bell pepper, and garlic, then sear the chicken briefly to get some color. Everything then braises together in a sauce made from chicken stock, orange juice, and brown sugar until the chicken is tender and cooked through. Serve it over white rice, with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to brighten things up.
22 minServes 4
Method
4 steps · 22 min total
- 01
Sauté Aromatics
In a large saucepan, combine the 2 tablespoons olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onions, red bell pepper, and garlic, cooking for about 3 minutes, stirring often, until the vegetables have softened. - 02
Sear Chicken
Add the chicken legs to the pan and season them with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for about 1 minute on each side, just to get a bit of color.
