Chicken with Orange and Honey
Brighten up your dinner table with this irresistible Chicken with Orange and Honey—a flavor-packed dish that's equal parts sweet, savory, and tangy. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered to perfection in a luscious sauce made from freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant orange zest, golden honey, and a touch of soy sauce for a savory balance. Accented with aromatic garlic and a hint of ground ginger, this easy skillet recipe delivers bold, fresh flavors in just 40 minutes. Finished with a glossy, thickened sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it's perfect for impressing guests or elevating a weeknight meal. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside roasted vegetables for a meal that's as nourishing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed preferred)
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.25 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, and ground ginger. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the sautéed garlic, stirring to combine.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cover the skillet and cook for 15-20 minutes, turning the chicken occasionally to ensure it's evenly coated in the sauce, until the chicken is cooked through and its internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the sauce, stirring constantly, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the thickened orange-honey sauce over the top, and let it warm through for about 1-2 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately. Pair with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.8 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 4038 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.3 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.3 g | ||
| Protein | 221.6 g | 443% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2476 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
