Chicken with Orange Sage Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this elegant yet easy Chicken with Orange Sage Sauce. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are bathed in a velvety sauce infused with the vibrant citrus of freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant sage, and a touch of cream for richness. A hint of garlic and orange zest enhances the savory-sweet flavor profile, creating a dish that’s both comforting and sophisticated. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete, flavorful feast. Ideal for those seeking quick chicken recipes with a gourmet twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 8 leaves fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium and add unsalted butter to the skillet.
Once the butter has melted, stir in minced garlic and chopped sage leaves. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the orange juice, orange zest, and chicken broth to the pan. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
Allow the sauce to reduce slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the chicken to coat.
Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the chicken to reheat.
Serve the chicken warm with the orange sage sauce drizzled over the top. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1884 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.7 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 694 mg | 231% | |
| Sodium | 3173 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 217.4 g | 435% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 422 mg | 9% | |
*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.
