Chicken Breasts With Orange Sauce

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Tender chicken breasts simmered in a sweet, tangy, and spiced orange glaze.
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This comforting dish features tender chicken breasts braised in a vibrant orange sauce that balances sweet citrus notes with warm spices like cinnamon and ginger. The sauce thickens beautifully to coat the meat, creating a glossy, flavorful finish that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice. It’s an elegant yet simple meal that feels special enough for a dinner party but is easy enough for a weeknight. The combination of browned chicken and the aromatic orange reduction delivers a rich, home-style satisfaction. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley and orange slices for a pop of color and freshness on your table.

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Chicken Breasts With Orange Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 460.1

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This comforting dish features tender chicken breasts braised in a vibrant orange sauce that balances sweet citrus notes with warm spices like cinnamon and ginger. The sauce thickens beautifully to coat the meat, creating a glossy, flavorful finish that pairs perfectly with fluffy rice. It&# 226;ÂÂs an elegant yet simple meal that feels special enough for a dinner party but is easy enough for a weeknight. The combination of browned chicken and the aromatic orange reduction delivers a rich, home-style satisfaction. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley and orange slices for a pop of color and freshness on your table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and sprinkle them with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt.
  2. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and brown them on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add the flour, sugar, dry mustard, cinnamon, ginger, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the butter drippings.
  5. Stir constantly to form a smooth paste, cooking for about 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  6. Gradually stir in fresh orange juice (approximately 1 cup) until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
  7. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and begins to bubble.
  8. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
  9. Cover the skillet and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 30-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  10. Carefully remove the chicken breasts to a serving platter.
  11. Spoon the hot orange sauce over the chicken and serve alongside hot cooked rice.
  12. Garnish with fresh parsley and orange slices before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 460.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.8g23%
Saturated Fat 4.5g23%
Cholesterol 95.6mg32%
Sodium 5115.8mg214%
Total Carbohydrate 40.3g14%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 7.6g
Protein 38.3g77%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, orange, sauce, glaze, braised, cinnamon, ginger, mustard, rice, dinner, comfort food, citrus, pan-seared, easy, weeknight, gluten-free option, protein, flavorful, home cooking, classic
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