Chicken Fingers With Orange Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Fingers With Orange Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 oranges, zest of, finely grated; ¾ cup orange juice; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; ¾ teaspoon dry mustard; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground ginger; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts or 1 34 lbs whole boneless skinless chicken breasts; ½ cup plain breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; ¼ cup honey; vegetable oil cooking spray

Servings: persons

2 oranges, zest of, finely grated
¾ cup orange juice
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, crushed
¾ teaspoon dry mustard
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 whole boneless skinless chicken breasts or 1 34 lbs whole boneless skinless chicken breasts
½ cup plain breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
¼ cup honey
vegetable oil cooking spray

1
(A) In a large nonreactive dish, combine orange zest, both juices, garlic, dry mustard, 1/4 teaspoon salt, ginger, and nutmeg.
2
Add chicken; cover, and refrigerate 1 hour.
3
(B) Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
4
In a food processor, pulse breadcrumbs, butter, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper until fine crumbs.
5
Transfer to a shallow bowl.
6
Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off; dredge in breadcrumb coating.
7
Place on a lightly oiled baking sheet; bake until crisp and brown, 12 to 14 minutes.
8
(C) Meanwhile, strain marinade into a small saucepan.
9
Measure out 2 tablespoons; mix with cornstarch in a small bowl.
10
Bring marinade in pan to a boil.
11
Drizzle in cornstarch mixture, whisking constantly; boil, stirring, 1 minute more.
12
Let cool slightly; stir in honey.
13
Serve with chicken fingers.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 oranges, zest of, finely grated, ¾ cup orange juice, ¼ cup fresh lemon juice, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Chicken Fingers With Orange 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.

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Chicken Fingers With Orange Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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