Orange Thyme Chicken Breasts

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistibly fragrant Orange Thyme Chicken Breasts recipe! Featuring tender, golden-seared chicken coated in a luscious sauce made from fresh orange juice, zesty orange peel, and the earthy aroma of fresh thyme, this dish strikes a perfect balance between sweet and savory. A touch of honey and minced garlic enhances the citrusy glaze, while the addition of chicken broth and melted butter creates a silky finish. Perfectly cooked in just 40 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy evenings or an elegant dinner party. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or alongside roasted vegetables to soak up every drop of the flavorful sauce. Bursting with vibrant citrus flavors and herbs, this recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 cup Fresh orange juice
• 1 orange Zest of an orange
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, orange zest, honey, and minced garlic. Stir well to make the sauce base.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once heated, add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, pour in the sauce base and stir to combine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 5

Add the chicken broth and fresh thyme to the skillet. Stir gently and let the mixture come to a simmer.

Step 6

Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce over them and cover with a lid. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

Remove the lid and let the sauce reduce slightly for an additional 2-3 minutes, basting the chicken with the sauce as it thickens.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional thyme sprigs, if desired.

Step 9

Serve the Orange Thyme Chicken Breasts with rice, quinoa, or roasted vegetables, drizzled with the flavorful sauce from the pan.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1168.7 grams (1168.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1762

Total Fat 65.90g	84%
Saturated Fat 18.20g	91%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 603mg	201%
Sodium 3152mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 64.50g	23%
Dietary Fiber 2.00g	7%
Total Sugars 55.20g
Protein 218.20g	436%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 133mg	10%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 637mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.4%

Protein: 50.6%

Carbs: 15.0%