Marmalade-glazed ham or chicken

Marmalade-glazed ham or chicken recipe videos

Marmalade-glazed ham or chicken is a savory-sweet main dish featuring a bright, citrusy glaze made from orange marmalade, often combined with mustard, brown sugar, and spices. The glaze caramelizes during baking, creating a glossy, sticky coating that enhances the rich flavor of the meat. This preparation is popular in British and American home cooking, especially for festive meals like Easter or Sunday roasts.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the meat, with significant fat content depending on the cut (especially with ham). The glaze adds carbohydrates primarily from sugar, and a typical serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, along with notable amounts of iron and B vitamins.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	25 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	950 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Zinc	3.5 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Niacin (B3)	6 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Selenium	22 mcg
Choline	90 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The use of marmalade—a preserve traditionally made from bitter Seville oranges—adds a uniquely British twist, balancing the saltiness of cured ham or the savoriness of chicken with its bittersweet citrus notes. Nutritionally, the glaze's sugar content contrasts with the protein-rich base, making it a flavorful example of how sweet and savory elements are combined in Western comfort food.