* Exported from MasterCook *

Dreamy Orange Chicken

Recipe By :Carol Peterson
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Poultry

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
8 slices peeled oranges -- 1/4" thick
3/4 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
salt and white pepper -- to taste
cayenne pepper -- to taste

Preheat oven to 250°F.

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken
breasts and saute until golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Add the orange slices and saute for a few minutes on each side. Remove
from the pan and set aside. Add the orange juice and zest to the
chicken; mix thoroughly. Continue cooking until the chicken breasts
are tender, about 8-9 minutes. Remove chicken to a baking pan, cover,
and place in the oven to keep warm.

Add the cream to the skillet and heat to boiling over high heat. Boil
for 2-3 minutes, stirring to deglaze the pan. Add salt and white
pepper to taste. Pour cream sauce into a gravy boat for serving.

Serve the chicken breasts with two sauteed orange slices on each
piece. Pour cream sauce over the top, then sprinkle with cayenne
pepper to taste.

Source:
"adapted from a recipe by Williams-Sonoma"