citrus chicken

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19 Pinches
nn, VA
Updated on Nov 10, 2012

I serve this with some steamed asparagus and chopped green onions tossed into cooked rice with lemon juice and italian seasoning

prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min
method ---
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1/2 medium orange
  • 1/2 medium lemon
  • 4 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 8 - ( 6 oz) chicken breast halves, skinless and boneless
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 ounces cherry tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
  • sprig parsley for garnish

How To Make citrus chicken

  • Step 1
    Juice the orange and lemon, finely grate the rinds. Place the citrus juice and zest in a baking dish. Whisk in the tomato puree, honey, vinegar and oregano. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Step 2
    Using a sharp knife, score the chicken. Add the chicken to the marinade and turn to coat well. Cover with plastic wrap. Marinate at room temperature for 20-30 minutes. Meanwhile preheat over to 375 degrees F
  • Step 3
    Transfer the chicken to a baking sheet lined with foil, reserving the marinade. Bake for 15 minutes, basting with marinade 2-3 times. Continue to bake until juices run clear when chicken is pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes longer. Keep warm
  • Step 4
    Optional: Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan. Slice cherry tomatoes in half, toss with italian seasoning and add to pan. Saute until softened, about 3 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste, Arrange tomatoes around chicken and garnish all with parsley as desired

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