Honey Chicken Breasts With Habanero Tomatillo Sauce

Name: Honey Chicken Breasts With Habanero Tomatillo Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 small bone in chicken breasts; salt and pepper; 1 T minced fresh basil; `1 tsp minced fresh oregano; 1 pinch fresh lavender, minced; 1 T flour; 1 T grapeseed oil; 1/2 cup fresh OJ; 1 T honey; 1 T dijon mustard; 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme; 1 recipe habanero tomatillo sauce

Servings: persons

4 small bone in chicken breasts
salt and pepper
1 T minced fresh basil
`1 tsp minced fresh oregano
1 pinch fresh lavender, minced
1 T flour
1 T grapeseed oil
1/2 cup fresh OJ
1 T honey
1 T dijon mustard
1 tsp chopped fresh thyme
1 recipe habanero tomatillo sauce

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Prehat the oven to 450F. Place a large ovenproof skillet over medium high heat. Generously season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, combine the flour and minced herbs. Place this mixture on a shallow plate and dredge the breasts in the herbed flour. Shake off any excess. When the pan is hot, add the oil and swirl to coat. Place the chicken breasts skin side down in the pan, and sear for 3 minutes. Use tongs to flip breasts over, and place the pan in the oven for about 15 minutes. Remove and test for doneness (165F). Remove from the oven, place on plate and keep warm. Place pan back on the stovetop over medium heat. Add the OJ, honey and mustard and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 min to thicken. Stir in the thyme, remove from heat, and set aside. Spoon some of he habanero tomatillo sauce in center of 4 plates and place chicken breast on top. Drizzle the warm orange mustard sauce equally over hte breasts, and serve hot.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 small bone in chicken breasts, salt and pepper, 1 T minced fresh basil, `1 tsp minced fresh oregano, and more.

Yes, Honey Chicken Breasts With Habanero Tomatillo 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!