Chicken A L Orange Recipe

A classic, sweet and savory Chicken a l'Orange recipe, inspired by Weight Watchers! This easy-to-follow recipe features juicy chicken breasts simmered in a vibrant orange sauce, then served over fluffy white rice. A perfect weeknight dinner that's both delicious and satisfying.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 257.4 kcal
Protein 53g
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Ingredients for Chicken A L Orange

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How to Make Chicken A L Orange

  1. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate with 1/2 cup water. Set aside.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of Mrs. Dash Garlic & Herb seasoning blend.
  3. Add 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, until browned.
  4. Sprinkle 4 tablespoons of Mrs. Dash seasoning over the chicken breasts.
  5. Add a dash of Mrs. Dash Extra Spicy seasoning blend to each chicken breast and top with 2 orange slices.
  6. Pour half of the orange juice mixture into the skillet. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with the remaining orange juice mixture until smooth.
  9. Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet and cook over low heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened.
  10. Slice the chicken breasts and serve over cooked white rice. Pour the orange sauce over the chicken and garnish with additional orange slices.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

81g

Fat

12g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chicken A L Orange?

Chicken A L Orange takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chicken A L Orange?

Chicken A L Orange has approximately 257.4 calories per serving, with about 53 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chicken A L Orange?

The key ingredients for Chicken A L Orange are Orange, Unsweetened Orange Juice Concentrate, Water, Unsalted Butter, Mrs. Dash Garlic And Herb Seasoning, Skinless Chicken Breast Halves. See the full list with measurements above.

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