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Chicken with Orange and Honey ππ―
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Chicken with Orange and Honey
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Description: Another delightful recipe from the cherished cookbook “Thru the Grapevine” by the Junior League of Elmira.
- Category: Chicken
- Keywords: Poultry, Meat, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 349.1
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5.4g
- Cholesterol: 88.9mg
- Sodium: 549.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 35.6g
- Fiber: 0.8g
- Sugar: 25.9g
- Protein: 29.5g
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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3/4 tsp | Salt |
1 tsp | Pepper |
1/2 lb | Boneless skinless chicken breasts |
1/4 cube | Chicken bouillon cube |
6 cups | Boiling water |
1/2 cup | Butter |
1 cup | Honey |
Instructions:
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Prepare Coating:
- In a bowl, mix together bread crumbs, orange rind, salt, and pepper.
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Coat Chicken:
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- Roll the chicken in the prepared crumb mixture, ensuring an even coat.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
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Bake First Half:
- Place the coated chicken pieces on a lightly greased, foil-lined 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
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Prepare Glaze:
- While the chicken is baking, dissolve the chicken bouillon cube in the boiling water.
- Add the butter and honey to the bouillon, stirring until the butter melts and everything is well combined.
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Baste and Bake:
- After the initial 30 minutes of baking, take the chicken out of the oven.
- Baste the chicken generously with the honey glaze, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Return the chicken to the oven and continue baking for an additional 35-40 minutes.
- Baste the chicken with the glaze a few more times during this second baking phase.
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Serve Hot:
- Once the chicken is beautifully browned and tender, remove it from the oven.
- Allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving to let the flavors settle.
Recipe Notes:
- This Chicken with Orange and Honey recipe offers a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- The orange juice adds a refreshing citrus zing, while the honey glaze caramelizes beautifully on the chicken as it bakes.
- Serve this dish alongside steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Tips for Success:
- For extra crispy chicken, you can broil the chicken for a couple of minutes at the end of the cooking time.
- Make sure to baste the chicken generously with the honey glaze for a deliciously sticky and flavorful finish.
- Adjust the amount of honey based on your preference for sweetness, adding more or less as desired.
Bon AppΓ©tit! π½οΈ
This Chicken with Orange and Honey recipe promises a delightful dining experience, with tender chicken coated in a flavorful orange and honey glaze. Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and savory, making every bite a culinary delight!