Citrusy Chicken Delight: A Flavorful Twist on a Classic

A Symphony of Flavors

The key to this recipe lies in the harmonious blend of fresh orange zest and juice, sweet honey, and tangy mustards. The result is a rich, velvety sauce that complements the tender chicken breasts perfectly.

Preparation Made Easy

To start, preheat your oven to 400°F and season the chicken with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside for now.

The Sauce Takes Center Stage

In a large oven-safe frying pan, combine:

• orange zest
• orange juice
• chopped onion or shallot
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• a pinch of kosher salt

Whisk to combine and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the mixture has reduced by almost half, about 3 minutes.

Adding the Final Touches

Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in:

• Dijon mustard
• whole-grain mustard

Add the reserved chicken breasts, spooning some of the sauce over each one. Bake in the preheated oven until the chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.

The Finishing Touch

Remove the chicken to a serving platter and tent with foil. Whisk in:

• unsalted butter, one piece at a time, until fully incorporated

Spoon the luscious sauce over the chicken and serve alongside a refreshing lentil salad for a well-rounded, healthy dinner.

Recipe Details

Yield: 4-6 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

• 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4)
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons finely grated orange zest (from about 2 oranges)
• 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (from about 6 oranges)
• 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion or shallot
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/4 stick), cut into 4 pieces and at room temperature