Chicken Breasts with Citrus Pan Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Breasts with Citrus Pan Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 bone-in chicken breast halves with skin; 5 teaspoons ground cumin, divided; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 2 garlic cloves, pressed; 1/2 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons grated orange peel; 1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon peel; 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 425F.
2
Slide fingertips beneath skin of each chicken breast to loosen.
3
Sprinkle each chicken breast with 1 teaspoon cumin and salt and pepper; rub seasoning beneath and on top of skin.
4
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Place chicken, skin side down, in pan and cook until skin browns, about 5 minutes; turn chicken over.
6
Place skillet in oven and roast until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
7
Transfer chicken to plate.
8
Add remaining oil to drippings in skillet; add garlic and saute over medium-high heat 30 seconds.
9
Add chicken broth, orange juice, lemon juice, orange peel, lemon peel, and remaining 1 teaspoon cumin; boil until reduced to 1 scant cup, about 3 minutes.
10
Pour sauce over chicken; sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

470

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 bone-in chicken breast halves with skin, 5 teaspoons ground cumin, divided, 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 2 garlic cloves, pressed, and more.

Yes, Chicken Breasts with Citrus Pan Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Breasts with Citrus Pan Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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