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Pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a glossy orange and lemon glaze with fresh parsley
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Citrus Chicken Delight

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 345kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless , skinless chicken breasts (approximately 170g each)
  • 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon hone y
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides uniformly with salt and pepper.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the honey is fully dissolved.
  • Heat olive oil in a large stainless steel or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and transfer to a warm plate; tent loosely with aluminum foil to rest.
  • Reduce the skillet heat to medium and pour in the citrus juice mixture, using a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan by scraping up the fond (browned bits).
  • Simmer the sauce for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced by approximately fifty percent and achieved a syrupy consistency.
  • Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the skillet, tossing to coat each breast thoroughly in the glaze.
  • Garnish with fresh orange zest and chopped parsley immediately before service.