Glazed Orange Chicken Recipe

Name: Glazed Orange Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves; ⅓ cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 2 teaspoons frozen orange juice concentrate (optional, for a more intense orange flavor); 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 teaspoons honey; 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons grainy style Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon canola oil; 1 teaspoon grated orange rind; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried; 1 bunch watercress; 6 thin slices orange

Servings: persons

8 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
⅓ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
2 teaspoons frozen orange juice concentrate (optional, for a more intense orange flavor)
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons honey
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons grainy style Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1 teaspoon chopped fresh tarragon or 1/2 teaspoon dried
1 bunch watercress
6 thin slices orange

1
Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a glass or ceramic baking dish.
2
Combine the ingredients for the marinade, and pour over the chicken.
3
Cover the pan, and marinate overnight or longer in the refrigerator, turning the chicken a few times.
4
When ready to cook, adjust oven racks to the middle and broil positions.
5
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
6
Bake the chicken, uncovered, in the marinade for 12 to 16 minutes or until almost done.
7
Be careful not to overcook.
8
Increase the heat to broil, move the pan of chicken under the broiler and cook a few more minutes, with the door partly open, until the breasts are golden.
9
While the chicken is cooking, line a serving plate with a bed of watercress.
10
Remove chicken from the oven, place on top of the watercress, spoon the pan juices over and garnish with orange slices.

435

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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.

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: 8 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, ⅓ cup freshly squeezed orange juice, 2 teaspoons frozen orange juice concentrate (optional, for a more intense orange flavor), 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Glazed Orange Chicken 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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Glazed Orange Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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