Chicken Breasts with Orange Glaze for Two

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Chicken Breasts with Orange Glaze for Two
35 min.
1
456kcal

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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 fantastic option for lunch, dinner, or any main course occasion. With a calorie count of 456 kcal per serving, it’s a satisfying choice that won’t weigh you down.

The star of this dish is the tender, juicy chicken breast, cooked to perfection in a rich, buttery glaze that features the vibrant taste of fresh orange juice and zesty orange marmalade. The addition of ground mustard adds a subtle kick, while soy sauce enhances the overall depth of flavor. This combination creates a mouthwatering glaze that elevates the chicken to a whole new level.

Whether you’re cooking for yourself or impressing a loved one, this recipe is sure to please. The bright, citrusy notes of the orange glaze not only tantalize the taste buds but also bring a burst of color to your plate. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to savor a dish that’s as delicious as it is easy to make. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons butter melted
  • 0.5 pound chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • 0.5 teaspoon cornstarch 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground mustard 
  • 0.3 cup orange juice 
  • tablespoons orange marmalade 
  • tablespoon 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

Calories456kcal
Protein44.79%
Fat24.27%
Carbs30.94%

Properties

Glycemic Index
67
Glycemic Load
3.42
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
24.811738967896%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.11mg
Hesperetin
7.41mg
Naringenin
1.33mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:455.92kcal
22.8%
Fat:12.24g
18.82%
Saturated Fat:2.57g
16.03%
Carbohydrates:35.09g
11.7%
Net Carbohydrates:34.47g
12.54%
Sugar:29.55g
32.83%
Cholesterol:145.15mg
48.38%
Sodium:1362.46mg
59.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:50.8g
101.59%
Vitamin B3:24.66mg
123.3%
Selenium:74.09µg
105.84%
Vitamin B6:1.77mg
88.49%
Phosphorus:517.81mg
51.78%
Vitamin C:35.69mg
43.26%
Vitamin B5:3.43mg
34.34%
Potassium:1022.98mg
29.23%
Magnesium:75.89mg
18.97%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
16.87%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.56%
Zinc:1.47mg
9.81%
Vitamin A:485.27IU
9.71%
Folate:35.4µg
8.85%
Iron:1.5mg
8.35%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.68%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.66%
Copper:0.15mg
7.63%
Vitamin E:0.74mg
4.92%
Calcium:40.56mg
4.06%
Fiber:0.62g
2.47%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%