Citrus Chicken With Sesame and Ginger Recipe

Name: Citrus Chicken With Sesame and Ginger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh orange juice; ½ cup fresh lemon juice; ⅓ cup mango chutney; ¼ cup chopped peeled fresh ginger; 3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar; 3 tablespoons orange zest; 1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil; 12-1 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper (depending on how hot you like it!); ¼ cup sesame seeds; 10 boneless chicken breast halves, with skin; 6 tablespoons butter

Servings: persons

1 cup fresh orange juice
½ cup fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup mango chutney
¼ cup chopped peeled fresh ginger
3 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
3 tablespoons orange zest
1 tablespoon oriental sesame oil
12-1 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper (depending on how hot you like it!)
¼ cup sesame seeds
10 boneless chicken breast halves, with skin
6 tablespoons butter

1
Combine first 8 ingredients in medium bowl; whisk until blended; pour mixture into 13 x 9 glass baking dish.
2
Preheat oven to 400F; place sesame seeds in small bowl; sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper; place skin side down on seeds, coating skin.
3
Melt 3 tblsps butter in large nonstick skillet over high heat; add 5 breasts, skin side down, to skillet and cook until golden, about 3-4 minutes; turn chicken over; cook 2 minutes longer; place chicken, skin side up, in marinade in baking dish; wash skillet; repeat with 3 tblsps butter and remaining chicken breasts.
4
Cover chicken with foil, bake until cooked through, about 20 minutes.
5
If making a day ahead; remove foil, let chicken cool 1 hour in marinade; cover; chill overnight; reheat before serving.

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup fresh orange juice, ½ cup fresh lemon juice, ⅓ cup mango chutney, ¼ cup chopped peeled fresh ginger, and more.

Yes, Citrus Chicken With Sesame and Ginger 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!

Citrus Chicken With Sesame and Ginger

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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