Orange Maple Balsamic Chicken to Die for

Elevate your dinner game with this irresistibly flavorful Orange Maple Balsamic Chicken to Die For—a dish that expertly balances sweet, tangy, and savory notes in every bite. Featuring juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts bathed in a luscious glaze made with fresh orange juice, pure maple syrup, and rich balsamic vinegar, this recipe is further enhanced by fragrant rosemary, zesty Dijon mustard, and a touch of garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-skillet meal transitions seamlessly from stovetop to oven, minimizing cleanup while maximizing flavor. Serve it alongside roasted veggies, creamy mashed potatoes, or fluffy rice for a meal that’s as easy as it is unforgettable. With its vibrant citrus undertones and silky, optional thickened sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Suitable for feeding up to four and ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an effortless way to impress anyone at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups Fresh orange juice
• 0.25 cups Pure maple syrup
• 0.25 cups Balsamic vinegar
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch (optional, for thickening sauce)
• 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thickening sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together orange juice, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, fresh rosemary, salt, and black pepper. Set this mixture aside.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Season the chicken breasts with an additional pinch of salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 5

Sear the chicken breasts in the hot skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 6

Pour the orange-maple-balsamic mixture over the chicken breasts in the skillet, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Optional: If you'd like to thicken the sauce, remove the chicken from the skillet once cooked and place it on a plate. Mix the cornstarch with water in a small bowl to create a slurry, then whisk it into the sauce over medium heat on the stove until it thickens. Pour the sauce over the chicken before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1031.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1710.4

Total Fat 56.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 3236.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 55.0g
Protein 215.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 162.6mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 540.4mg	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: 30.8%

Protein: 52.5%

Carbs: 16.7%