Orange Braised Bourbon Chicken

Health score
8%
Orange Braised Bourbon Chicken
70 min.
4
330kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Orange Braised Bourbon Chicken, a dish that perfectly marries the sweetness of oranges with the rich depth of bourbon. This recipe is not just a meal; it's an experience that will transport your taste buds to a cozy Southern kitchen, where the aroma of simmering chicken fills the air and invites everyone to gather around the table.

In just 70 minutes, you can create a dish that serves four, making it ideal for family dinners or intimate gatherings with friends. The combination of tender, skinless chicken breast halves, infused with a luscious sauce made from brown sugar, orange juice, and a hint of bourbon, results in a succulent entrée that is both comforting and sophisticated.

With a caloric count of 330 kcal per serving, this dish offers a balanced breakdown of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, ensuring that you can enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt. The addition of raisins adds a touch of sweetness, while the allspice and black pepper provide a subtle warmth that rounds out the flavors beautifully.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this Orange Braised Bourbon Chicken is sure to impress. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and watch as your guests savor every bite, leaving them craving more. Get ready to elevate your culinary repertoire with this exquisite recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons brown sugar 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black
  • slices cranberry-orange relish 
  • 0.3 cup orange juice 
  • 0.3 cup raisins chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • cup water hot
  • tablespoons irish whiskey 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour. Melt butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat and brown on both sides.
  2. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Stir brown sugar, cornstarch and allspice into skillet; gradually stir in water. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes or until mixture is smooth and thick. Stir in orange juice, bourbon and raisins.
  4. Return chicken to skillet and top each breast with an orange slice. Cover skillet and simmer for about 35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  5. Serve chicken with sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories330kcal
Protein32.75%
Fat33.74%
Carbs33.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
85.07
Glycemic Load
9.53
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.268695810567%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
5.67mg
Naringenin
2.48mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:330.03kcal
16.5%
Fat:11.63g
17.88%
Saturated Fat:6.07g
37.97%
Carbohydrates:25.97g
8.66%
Net Carbohydrates:24.71g
8.99%
Sugar:8.47g
9.41%
Cholesterol:94.89mg
31.63%
Sodium:497.19mg
21.62%
Alcohol:2.7g
100%
Alcohol %:1.38%
100%
Protein:25.38g
50.77%
Vitamin B3:12.47mg
62.33%
Selenium:39.24µg
56.06%
Vitamin B6:0.88mg
44.23%
Phosphorus:260.8mg
26.08%
Vitamin C:17.07mg
20.69%
Vitamin B5:1.73mg
17.33%
Potassium:569.8mg
16.28%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.41%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.71%
Magnesium:38.58mg
9.65%
Vitamin A:359.47IU
7.19%
Folate:28.35µg
7.09%
Iron:1.14mg
6.32%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.86%
Zinc:0.77mg
5.11%
Fiber:1.26g
5.04%
Copper:0.1mg
4.95%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
4.06%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.3%
Calcium:26.89mg
2.69%
Vitamin K:1.1µg
1.05%
Source:Allrecipes
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