Chicken With Orange Sauce

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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A bright, citrusy chicken dish with warm spices and sweet pineapple
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This vibrant Chicken with Orange Sauce is a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors. Juicy chicken pieces are browned to perfection and then simmered in a rich sauce made from fresh orange juice, chopped pineapple, and plump raisins. Warm spices like ground cloves and cinnamon add a cozy depth, while toasted almonds provide a satisfying crunch. The sauce is thickened slightly with flour for a velvety texture that coats the chicken beautifully. Garnished with avocado slices and pomegranate seeds, this dish offers a colorful and elegant presentation. It&# 226;€™s perfect for a special family dinner or a holiday gathering, bringing a touch of Southern-inspired comfort with a fresh, fruity twist.

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Chicken With Orange Sauce

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 59.8

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This vibrant Chicken with Orange Sauce is a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors. Juicy chicken pieces are browned to perfection and then simmered in a rich sauce made from fresh orange juice, chopped pineapple, and plump raisins. Warm spices like ground cloves and cinnamon add a cozy depth, while toasted almonds provide a satisfying crunch. The sauce is thickened slightly with flour for a velvety texture that coats the chicken beautifully. Garnished with avocado slices and pomegranate seeds, this dish offers a colorful and elegant presentation. It&# 226;€™s perfect for a special family dinner or a holiday gathering, bringing a touch of Southern-inspired comfort with a fresh, fruity twist.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Season the jointed chicken pieces with salt and cayenne pepper.
  2. Heat fat or butter in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Brown the chicken pieces on all sides until golden, then remove from the pan and set aside.
  4. Blanch the almonds in boiling water for one minute, then drain and remove their skins.
  5. Chop the blanched almonds coarsely.
  6. In the same pan, add the chopped almonds, seeded raisins, chopped pineapple, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, and orange juice.
  7. Return the chicken to the pan, ensuring pieces are mostly submerged in the liquid.
  8. Cover the pan tightly and simmer gently until the chicken is tender, about 20 minutes.
  9. In a small bowl, mix the flour with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth.
  10. Stir the flour mixture into the simmering sauce, shaking the pan to distribute it evenly.
  11. Continue to simmer uncovered for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens.
  12. Transfer the chicken to a hot serving platter.
  13. Pour some of the thickened orange sauce over the chicken.
  14. Garnish the platter with half-moon slices of avocado and pomegranate pips.
  15. Serve the remaining sauce in a gravy boat alongside the chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 59.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.0g5%
Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
Sodium 20.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 6.8g14%

* 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, pineapple, raisins, almonds, cinnamon, cloves, simmer, dinner, comfort food, fruit sauce, glazed chicken
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