Sharon's Fruited Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with "Sharon's Fruited Chicken," a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and then simmered in a luscious sauce infused with fresh orange juice, fragrant ginger, and a touch of honey, creating a perfect balance of tangy and slightly sweet. The addition of chopped dried apricots and golden raisins lends a pop of natural sweetness, while toasted slivered almonds provide a satisfying crunch. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for brightness, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Serve this easy yet elegant recipe over fluffy rice or couscous for a complete meal that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
• 0.5 cup Dried apricots, chopped
• 0.25 cup Golden raisins
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Slivered almonds, toasted

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and ground black pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the honey, chicken broth, and fresh orange juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 6

Add the chopped dried apricots and golden raisins to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.

Step 9

Remove the chicken from the heat. Garnish with fresh parsley and toasted slivered almonds before serving. Serve warm with rice or couscous for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1428.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2266.0

Total Fat 85.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 634.0mg	0%
Sodium 3456.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 122.6g
Protein 226.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 260.7mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 1898.9mg	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: 33.8%

Protein: 39.8%

Carbs: 26.4%