Chicken with Orange and Almonds

Name: Chicken with Orange and Almonds
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: Chicken drumsticks (4 pieces) 0.9 lb; Orange juice (about 2 oranges) 1 glass; Dry white wine 2.5 oz; Extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp; Almond slices 2 tbsp; Rosemary dry 1 tsp; Onions ½; Wildflower honey 1 spoonful

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666

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 666
Carbohydrates g 17.4
of which sugars g 17.4
Protein g 37
Fats g 47.4
of which saturated fat g 11.26
Fiber g 1.8
Cholesterol mg 164
Sodium mg 160

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Serving: 2
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Costantina Vinciguerra

Orange chicken from southern Italy is, honestly, a real treat. It mixes sweet citrus, tender chicken, and crunchy toasted almonds. And you know what? This combo makes dinner feel kinda special. The secret, really, is the slow cooking. The chicken legs just soak up all those fresh, juicy flavors until they're super moist—and, I mean, almost falling off the bone. At the end, a touch of honey cranks up the heat, leaving a golden crust that's sticky enough to grab all that orange glaze. Almond chicken here isn’t like the fried stuff—nope, it’s about the tender chicken and nutty crunch. Plus, roasted almonds tossed on top? They give each bite this awesome pop of flavor. Seriously good.

In southern Italy, this citrus chicken is often served with simple oven-roasted potatoes or sautéed artichokes. Both soak up the sweet and tangy sauce beautifully. Thing is, the chicken really picks up the citrus—like mandarin chicken but with way deeper, old-school flavors. This isn’t just a quick fix; it’s a dish you really want to savor, every single bite. And that hint of honey at the end is a total game changer—helps the outside get a little crispy while keeping the inside super moist. For anyone craving something both homey and just a bit fancy, almond-crusted chicken is a no-brainer.

The blend of orange-glazed chicken and almonds is, honestly, a classic here for a reason. It’s easy, doesn’t need a bunch of strange ingredients, and always tastes fresh and lively. Serve it up with the sides folks love in Italy, and you’ve got a meal that feels comforting but also, like, a bit special. Pretty much perfect for sharing with family or friends any night of the week. For sure.

How to prepare Chicken with Orange and Almonds

To prepare the chicken with orange and almonds, first, squeeze the oranges 1. Then strain the juice and add 1 tablespoon of honey 2, stirring to dissolve it. Pour the sliced almonds into a pan 3

and toast them for a few minutes over medium heat 4. Transfer to a small bowl and set aside. In the same pan, place the chicken drumsticks, the onion cut into wedges, and the rosemary 6.

Then also pour in the oil 7 and brown the chicken for a couple of minutes. Then deglaze with the white wine 8 and wait for it to completely evaporate before adding the orange juice 9.

Let it cook this way for about 25 minutes with the lid on 10, raising the heat in the last minutes of cooking to brown them (11-12).

When the drumsticks are ready, transfer them to a plate 13, garnish with the almond slices 14, and serve 15.

Storage

It is recommended to consume the chicken with orange and almonds immediately. Alternatively, it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

Advice

Instead of onion, you can use a clove of garlic. You can also flavor the drumsticks with parsley, sage, or bay leaf.

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Chicken with Orange and Almonds

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Chicken with Orange and Almonds

Storage

Advice

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