Caramelized Chicken With Craisins - a La Jen (Funny

Name: Caramelized Chicken With Craisins - a La Jen (Funny Yard Duty)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate (THAWED); ½ cup craisins; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons dry sherry; 1 garlic clove (MINCED); 4 chicken breast halves (BONELESS, SKINNED); kosher salt; 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil; 1 small onion (CHOPPED); 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (TOASTED); 2 tablespoons green onions (CHOPPED)

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate (THAWED)
½ cup craisins
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1 garlic clove (MINCED)
4 chicken breast halves (BONELESS, SKINNED)
kosher salt
3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 small onion (CHOPPED)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (TOASTED)
2 tablespoons green onions (CHOPPED)

1
In a baking dish or a food storage bag, combine the first 5 ingredients.
2
Wash and pat dry the chicken; sprinkle lightly with salt.
3
Add chicken to marinade; seal and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour.
4
When done marinating, remove chicken - set aside.
5
Reserve marinade/craisins.
6
Over medium-high heat, cook brown sugar and sesame oil in a wide non-stick skillet.
7
Stir continually for about 4 minutes.
8
Add chicken and cook 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
9
Add marinade/craisins reserve and onion to chicken.
10
Continue to stir as chicken cooks (approximately 10 minutes).
11
Once cooked, remove chicken to warmed serving platter.
12
Let stand about 5 minutes.
13
Sprinkle chicken with sesame seeds and green onions.
14
White rice and a simple green salad make this tasty dish complete.
15
ENJOY!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate (THAWED), ½ cup craisins, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons dry sherry, and more.

Yes, Caramelized Chicken With Craisins - a La Jen (Funny Yard Duty) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Caramelized Chicken With Craisins - a La Jen (Funny Yard Duty)

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