Chicken Breasts with Orange Glaze

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
11%
Chicken Breasts with Orange Glaze
35 min.
4
258kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Chicken Breasts with Orange Glaze, a dish that perfectly balances savory and sweet flavors. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes, but it also serves as a wholesome meal for the whole family, making it ideal for lunch or dinner.

Imagine succulent, boneless skinless chicken breasts, cooked to perfection in a rich buttery glaze that is enhanced by the vibrant notes of fresh orange juice and zesty orange marmalade. The addition of ground mustard and soy sauce brings a unique depth to the dish, creating a tantalizing flavor profile that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Whether you're looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to treat yourself to a delicious meal, this recipe is sure to satisfy. With only 258 calories per serving, you can enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that doesn't compromise on taste. The dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with protein, making it a nutritious choice for any occasion.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a mouthwatering dish that will have everyone asking for seconds. Your kitchen will be filled with the irresistible aroma of orange and spices, making this Chicken Breasts with Orange Glaze a must-try recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • 1.3 pounds chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard 
  • 0.5 cup orange juice 
  • 0.3 cup orange marmalade 
  • tablespoons soya sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Melt butter in 8-inch skillet or 3-quart saucepan over medium heat. Cook chicken in butter about 15 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is no longer pink when center of thickest piece is cut.
  2. While chicken is cooking, mix cornstarch and mustard in small bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients.
  3. Place chicken on serving plate; cover to keep warm. Discard any juices left in the skillet.
  4. To make the glaze, pour orange mixture into skillet.
  5. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until glaze is thickened.
  6. Pour over chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories258kcal
Protein49.14%
Fat23.41%
Carbs27.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.75
Glycemic Load
1.71
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
15.675652151522%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.05mg
Hesperetin
3.7mg
Naringenin
0.66mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:258.48kcal
12.92%
Fat:6.65g
10.23%
Saturated Fat:1.4g
8.76%
Carbohydrates:17.54g
5.85%
Net Carbohydrates:17.23g
6.27%
Sugar:14.77g
16.42%
Cholesterol:90.72mg
30.24%
Sodium:711.76mg
30.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.41g
62.83%
Vitamin B3:15.29mg
76.43%
Selenium:46.12µg
65.88%
Vitamin B6:1.1mg
54.86%
Phosphorus:318.38mg
31.84%
Vitamin C:18.19mg
22.04%
Vitamin B5:2.12mg
21.21%
Potassium:616.28mg
17.61%
Magnesium:45.31mg
11.33%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.1%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.49%
Zinc:0.9mg
6%
Vitamin A:242.2IU
4.84%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.78%
Iron:0.86mg
4.76%
Folate:18.83µg
4.71%
Copper:0.08mg
4.2%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.04%
Vitamin E:0.41mg
2.77%
Calcium:21.62mg
2.16%
Fiber:0.31g
1.24%