Orange Zest Sauce Recipe

This vibrant Orange Zest Sauce recipe is a quick and easy way to elevate your chicken dishes! Inspired by a 25-year-old family recipe, this sauce takes just 10 minutes to make and is bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Perfect for drizzling, dipping, or basting, it adds a zesty kick to any chicken preparation. Relive the delicious memories and impress your taste buds with this simple yet unforgettable sauce.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 40.8 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Orange Zest Sauce

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How to Make Orange Zest Sauce

  1. Combine 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, 1/4 cup chicken broth, and 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary in a small saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until the sauce has reduced to about 1/3 cup (approximately 5-7 minutes).
  4. Stir in 1 tablespoon of orange zest before removing from heat (optional, for extra zest!).
  5. Drizzle or pour the sauce generously over cooked chicken, or serve as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Orange Zest Sauce?

Orange Zest Sauce takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Orange Zest Sauce?

Orange Zest Sauce has approximately 40.8 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Orange Zest Sauce?

The key ingredients for Orange Zest Sauce are Orange, Chicken Broth, Rosemary. See the full list with measurements above.

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