Chicken with Orange-Chipotle Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Chicken with Orange-Chipotle Sauce
36 min.
4
297kcal

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Indulge in a vibrant culinary experience with our Chicken with Orange-Chipotle Sauce, a dish that beautifully marries zesty citrus with a smoky kick. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also a healthy option, perfect for lunch or dinner. In just 36 minutes, you can serve a delightful meal that satisfies 4 hungry guests, all while keeping the calorie count at an impressive 297 kcal per serving.

The star of this dish is the juicy navel oranges, which lend a refreshing sweetness that perfectly complements the heat from the chipotle chiles. The addition of honey adds a touch of caramelization when cooked, creating a glaze that clings to tender chicken breasts. With a sprinkle of fresh cilantro to finish, each bite bursts with flavor, taking your taste buds on an exciting journey.

Whether you're entertaining friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this Chicken with Orange-Chipotle Sauce will impress everyone at the table. It's simple to prepare yet sophisticated enough for a special occasion, making it a versatile addition to your recipe collection. Dive into this delectable dish and discover how easy it is to create something extraordinary with just a few fresh ingredients!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 teaspoon chipotle chile canned chopped
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 1.3 teaspoons ground cumin divided
  • 2 tablespoons honey 
  • 4 large navel oranges 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 24 ounce chicken breast halves boneless skinless

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • plastic wrap
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Peel and section oranges over a bowl; squeeze membranes to extract juice. Set sections aside; reserve juice. Discard membranes.
  2. Place chicken breast halves between 2 sheets of plastic wrap, and pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or a small heavy skillet.
  3. Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon cumin.
  4. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  5. Add chicken, and cook 7 minutes on each side or until browned and done.
  6. Remove from pan, and keep warm.
  7. Add orange sections, reserved juice, honey, chile, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon cumin to pan; increase heat to medium-high, and cook, uncovered, 7 minutes or until mixture is reduced to 1 cup. Stir in cilantro and 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  8. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Calories297kcal
Protein50.12%
Fat14.29%
Carbs35.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.32
Glycemic Load
4.52
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
24.137391403965%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
30.62mg
Naringenin
9.94mg
Luteolin
0.98mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:297.45kcal
14.87%
Fat:4.76g
7.32%
Saturated Fat:1g
6.24%
Carbohydrates:26.65g
8.88%
Net Carbohydrates:23.38g
8.5%
Sugar:20.6g
22.89%
Cholesterol:108.86mg
36.29%
Sodium:418.3mg
18.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.53g
75.07%
Vitamin C:84.94mg
102.95%
Vitamin B3:18.38mg
91.9%
Selenium:54.55µg
77.93%
Vitamin B6:1.39mg
69.51%
Phosphorus:393.04mg
39.3%
Vitamin B5:2.8mg
27.98%
Potassium:879.48mg
25.13%
Magnesium:62.18mg
15.55%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.58%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.87%
Folate:54.8µg
13.7%
Fiber:3.27g
13.06%
Vitamin A:418.31IU
8.37%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.69%
Calcium:75.42mg
7.54%
Iron:1.3mg
7.21%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.67%
Copper:0.11mg
5.52%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.84%
Vitamin E:0.56mg
3.73%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:My Recipes