Orange Pecan Honeyed Chicken Recipe

Name: Orange Pecan Honeyed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CHICKEN; 3 whole incl skin and bones chicken breasts; 2 tablespoons butter; 3/4 cup orange juice, with pulp (fresh or not from concentrate); 4 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons minced onions; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; salt; cooked rice (any type); SAUCE; 3 tablespoons white wine (or broth); 1 tablespoon flour; 1 teaspoon grated orange peel; 2 sectioned oranges; 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans

Servings: persons

CHICKEN
3 whole incl skin and bones chicken breasts
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup orange juice, with pulp (fresh or not from concentrate)
4 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons minced onions
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
salt
cooked rice (any type)
SAUCE
3 tablespoons white wine (or broth)
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon grated orange peel
2 sectioned oranges
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans

1
CHICKEN:.
2
In a large skillet brown both sides of chicken (skin side down first) in the butter.
3
Add orange juice, honey, onion, pepper, and salt.
4
Cover pan allowing steam to vent and simmer for 30 minutes (or just untill chicken is tender).
5
Remove chicken from pan and arrange over rice. Keep warm. Return pan to range top.
6
SAUCE:.
7
Stir wine into flour until well blended. Add to reserved pan drippings stirring constantly untill flour has a chance to cook.
8
Add orange peel and sections and pecans and heat thoroughly.
9
Serve immediately over chicken and rice.

376

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

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CHICKEN, 3 whole incl skin and bones chicken breasts, 2 tablespoons butter, 3/4 cup orange juice, with pulp (fresh or not from concentrate), and more.

Yes, Orange Pecan Honeyed 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orange Pecan Honeyed Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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