Marinated Pan Roasted Duck Breasts

Elevate your dinner table with these succulent Marinated Pan Roasted Duck Breasts. This gourmet recipe features tender duck breasts infused with a rich medley of flavors from a soy sauce, orange juice, and honey marinade, enhanced by aromatic garlic, fresh ginger, and thyme. The duck is skillfully pan-seared to achieve perfectly crisp, golden-brown skin while keeping the meat juicy and tender. With just 20 minutes of cook time and a little prep work in advance, it’s an elegant yet approachable dish that’s perfect for special occasions or an indulgent weeknight meal. Serve with roasted vegetables or a crisp salad for a restaurant-quality dining experience right at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces duck breasts
• 60 ml soy sauce
• 60 ml orange juice
• 15 ml honey
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 30 ml olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the marinade: In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, orange juice, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and fresh thyme leaves. Mix well to combine.

Step 2

Place the duck breasts in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the duck breasts, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Step 3

Once marinated, remove the duck breasts from the fridge and allow them to rest at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before cooking.

Step 4

Pat the duck breasts dry with paper towels. Using a sharp knife, score the skin of the duck breasts in a crisscross pattern, being careful not to cut into the meat.

Step 5

Season both sides of the duck breasts with salt and black pepper.

Step 6

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and allow it to heat until shimmering.

Step 7

Place the duck breasts skin-side down into the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. As the fat renders, spoon it off from the skillet if necessary.

Step 8

Flip the duck breasts and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C) for medium-rare, or 140°F (60°C) for medium.

Step 9

Remove the duck breasts from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes to retain their juices.

Step 10

Slice the duck breasts thinly against the grain and serve immediately. Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(585.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1731.6

Total Fat 142.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 336mg	0%
Sodium 4953.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 83.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 88.6mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 1211.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 74.6%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 6.0%