Citrus Seared Chicken With Orange Olive Sauce Recipe

Sizzle into sunshine with this Florida-inspired Citrus Seared Chicken! Juicy chicken breasts get a vibrant sear, then bathed in a bright, zesty orange-olive sauce bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or impressive meal for guests. Made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 290.6 kcal
Protein 53g
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How to Make Citrus Seared Chicken With Orange Olive Sauce

  1. In a glass or stainless steel bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup orange juice, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 2 teaspoons jerk seasoning, and 1 teaspoon ground cumin.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon jerk seasoning.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Dip each chicken breast into the citrus juice mixture, ensuring both sides are coated. Dredge in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
  5. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  6. Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate and keep warm.
  7. Add 2 tablespoons of flour to the skillet and whisk constantly until lightly browned. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper, 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (halved), and 2 tablespoons honey.
  8. Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened (about 2-3 minutes).
  9. Serve the delicious citrus-seared chicken immediately, generously drizzled with the orange-olive sauce.
  10. Makes 4 servings.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

48g

Fat

8g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Citrus Seared Chicken With Orange Olive Sauce?

Citrus Seared Chicken With Orange Olive Sauce takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Citrus Seared Chicken With Orange Olive Sauce?

Citrus Seared Chicken With Orange Olive Sauce has approximately 290.6 calories per serving, with about 53 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 17 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Citrus Seared Chicken With Orange Olive Sauce?

The key ingredients for Citrus Seared Chicken With Orange Olive Sauce are Orange Juice, Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice, Caribbean Jerk Seasoning, Ground Cumin, All Purpose Flour, Olive Oil. See the full list with measurements above.

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