Chicken in Orange
Elevate your midweek dinner routine with this zesty and flavorful Chicken in Orange recipe! Tender chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection and smothered in a luscious orange sauce made with fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, honey, and a touch of soy sauce for a savory-sweet balance. Infused with the aromatic freshness of minced garlic and thickened to the perfect consistency, the sauce clings to every juicy bite of chicken. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is quick yet impressive, making it ideal for both family dinners and special occasions. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve with a drizzle of extra sauce over rice, quinoa, or roasted veggies. This citrus-inspired recipe is a must-try for lovers of bright, bold flavors!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups Orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the same skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange zest, honey, and soy sauce. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the garlic, stirring well.
Step 6
In a separate small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the orange sauce in the skillet to thicken it.
Step 7
Once the sauce has thickened, return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 8
Serve the chicken warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, and drizzle with additional orange sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1236.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1764.7 |
| Total Fat 54.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 572.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2846.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 86.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 65.1g | |
| Protein 220.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 141.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 896.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories