Chicken à l'Orange with Raisins is a classic French dish that combines the flavors of sweet and sour in a delightful and savory way. The chicken is first browned in butter, then simmered in a sauce made with orange juice, white wine, and brown sugar. Raisins and orange zest are added to the sauce for a touch of sweetness and complexity. The result is a dish that is both elegant and homey, perfect for any special occasion.
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CHICKEN WITH RAISINS
I turn to this recipe -- adapted from the French chef Madeleine Kamman, who died in the summer of 2018 - when cool weather is on the horizon. Perhaps it's the dried fruit or chicken braised in a sauce (instead of being striped on the grill) that appeals to the season. But it's an easy winner for those first dinners when fall appears. Though plumped raisins are called for, other dried fruit, like diced figs or quartered prunes work well, too.
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories poultry, main course
Time 8h40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place raisins in a bowl, add brandy and set aside to plump overnight or for at least 8 hours.
- Make the chicken: Dry chicken pieces. Heat oil in a sauté pan on medium-high, add chicken, skin side down, season with salt and pepper, and sear until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Turn pieces and brown second side. Scatter shallots over chicken. Add verjus to the pan, cover, reduce heat to low and cook 15 to 20 minutes, basting chicken once, until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken to a dish and cover to keep warm. Add raisins with their brandy to the pan, bring to a simmer for a couple of minutes, then add glace de viande and crème fraîche. Cook for several minutes, until the sauce thickens enough to coat a spoon.
- Return chicken to the pan, baste with the sauce, then transfer the contents of the pan to a warm, rimmed platter and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 744, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 44 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 837 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CRISPY-SKINNED CHICKEN A L'ORANGE
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Liberally salt and pepper the chicken breast halves. Heat the oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat and sear the chicken, skin side only, until brown and beginning to crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the orange glaze: In a small saucepan, heat the orange juice concentrate, honey, and salt and pepper, to taste, over medium heat, and boil for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- Turn the chicken over and brush each piece with the glaze. Turn the chicken skin side up and transfer the pan to the oven. Bake until the internal temperature reaches 160 to 170 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, brushing on more glaze halfway through, about 15 minutes in total. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes on a cutting board. Remove the chicken breast from the bone and slice the meat on the bias. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and serve.
CHICKEN A L,ORANGE ( WITH RAISINS)
Make and share this Chicken a L,orange ( With Raisins) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by DotM7037
Categories Chicken
Time 1h40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat butter until foamy.
- Add chicken, cook till done (I just let the fat on the chicken cook it, instead of adding butter) Remove chicken and set aside.
- Blend flour and spices into remaining butter or fat from chicken.
- Gradually stir in orange juice and raisins.
- Cook stirring until thick.
- Add chicken, cover, and simmer 30 minutes until chicken is tender.
- Stir in orange sections.
- Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 588, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 134, Sodium 473.9, Carbohydrate 47.6, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 33.5, Protein 28.3
SHEET PAN CHICKEN A L'ORANGE
This is Jeff's simple take on a classic French dish, duck a l'orange.
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with nonstick foil.
- In a medium bowl, combine the marmalade, orange zest and juice, orange liqueur, vinegar, a pinch of salt and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
- Pull the side flaps of overhanging skin taut underneath the chicken on each side to make the thighs into nice, tight packages. Sprinkle the chicken generously with salt and pepper and arrange skin-side up in a single layer in the center of the lined baking sheet.
- Spoon 1 tablespoon of the orange sauce over each piece of chicken. Roast for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss the broccoli and shallots together in a medium bowl with the oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon another tablespoon of the sauce over the top of the chicken. Arrange the broccoli and shallots around the chicken on the baking sheet. Continue to toast until the chicken is cooked through and the broccoli and shallots are soft and caramelized, an additional 15 to 20 minutes.
- Garnish with the orange segments and zest.
BAKED CHICKEN WITH RAISINS
This is another recipe from my Better Homes and Gardens Italian Cookbook. The raisins and almonds give this a nice flavor.
Provided by islandgirl77551
Categories Chicken
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a plastic bag combine flour and 1 teaspoons salt.
- Add chicken, a few pieces at a time and shake until coated evenly.
- In a skillet, brown chicken in hot oil for 10-15 minutes, turning to brown evenly.
- Transfer chicken to a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish.
- In same skillet saute onion and garlic until tender.
- Drain off fat and stir in tomatoes,raisins,almonds,wine,basil,1/2 teaspoons salt,bouillon and 1/4 cup water.
- Pour over chicken cover and bake at 350 degrees for 50-55 minutes.
- Serve over hot rice or pasta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 542, Fat 31.3, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 103.5, Sodium 979, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 19.4, Protein 29.7
CHICKEN WITH RAISINS AND LEMON
Steps:
- Arrange chicken in single layer in large Dutch oven. Drizzle oil over. Tuck potatoes between chicken pieces. Sprinkle with garlic and turmeric. Season with salt and pepper. Lay lemon slices over. Sprinkle with raisins. Pour over enough broth barely to cover chicken. Bring to boil over high heat. Cover and boil 10 minutes. Uncover; reduce heat to medium and simmer until chicken is just cooked through and potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes. Transfer chicken and potatoes to platter. Tent with foil to keep warm. Add lemon juice to Dutch oven. Boil cooking liquid until thickened to light sauce consistency and reduced by half, about 7 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon over chicken and serve.
CHICKEN A LA ORANGE
This chicken recipe is quick, easy, and yummy. The orange juice makes a tangy sauce that my family loves served over rice. Add a salad, and you have a healthy, quick meal. I allow one chicken breast per person.
Provided by SKEHLER
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Skillet
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a skillet, brown chicken breasts in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Cook till juices run clear.
- Add orange juice to the pan. When juice just begins to bubble around the edges of the pan, add corn starch dissolved in hot water. Mix ginger and honey together in a cup, and add to orange juice. Cook until sauce is thick and slightly browned. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 79.5 mg, Sugar 26 g
SICILIAN LEMON CHICKEN WITH RAISIN-TOMATO SAUCE
Seared lemon chicken breasts are complimented with a sweet and tangy sauce and served over angel hair pasta. A garnish of lemon zest, shaved Parmesan cheese, and a basil sprig lends this dish a professional look.
Provided by Larry Elder
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Soak the raisins in warm water until they plump, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, garlic, pine nuts, and olives. Season with bay leaves, oregano, and cayenne. Cook until the onions have softened and begun to turn golden, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and season with salt and pepper; cook for 5 more minutes. Add the raisins, balsamic vinegar, and sugar; cook, stirring occasionally until thickened, about 5 more minutes. Remove the bay leaves, and stir in the julienned basil. Cover and keep warm.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. While the skillet is heating, toss the chicken with the lemon juice to coat (the lemon zest will be used later). Cook the chicken on both sides until golden brown and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. Transfer to a warm plate, and allow to rest for about five minutes.
- To serve, slice each chicken breast against the grain into thin slices. Divide the pasta into four wide, shallow bowls. Fan the chicken slices out over top of the pasta, and spoon the tomato sauce over them. Sprinkle with lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, and a sprig of basil to garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.2 calories, Carbohydrate 99.4 g, Cholesterol 102.4 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 57.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 782.3 mg, Sugar 25.9 g
CINNAMON RAISIN CHICKEN
Orange juice and cinnamon lend a pleasant spicy taste to these quick-cooking boneless skinless chicken breasts from Connie Moore of Medway, Ohio. "I frequently serve this unusual combination over rice with broccoli or green beans on the side," she notes.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a skillet, saute onion, garlic, cinnamon and pepper in oil until onion is tender. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cook, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until juices run clear. Add orange juice and raisins. Cook over low heat for 5-10 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ORANGE CHICKEN WITH GOLDEN RAISINS AND FIGS
Steps:
- 1. Prepare the sauce. Combine all the ingredients in a medium-size bowl and set aside.
- 2. Prepare the chicken. Rinse the chicken under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels. Place on a plate.
- 3. Combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, allspice, and paprika in a small bowl. Rub the spices into the chicken skin.
- 4. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. When the oil is very hot, add the chicken pieces and brown, cooking for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Pour the sauce over the chicken and simmer, covered, over medium heat until the chicken is cooked through and very moist, 30 to 45 minutes.
- 5. Serve the chicken pieces over rice, with the sauce spooned on top.
Tips:
- To achieve the best flavor, use fresh orange juice and zest. Freshly squeezed juice will provide a brighter, more vibrant flavor than store-bought juice.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. If the pan is too crowded, the chicken will steam instead of brown. Cook the chicken in batches if necessary.
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken. Overcooked chicken will be tough and dry. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or water. However, white wine will add a nice depth of flavor to the sauce.
- Serve the chicken a l'orange with rice, noodles, or vegetables. You can also garnish it with fresh orange slices or chopped parsley.
Conclusion:
Chicken a l'orange with raisins is a classic French dish that is both flavorful and elegant. It is perfect for a special occasion dinner or a weeknight meal. The combination of sweet and savory flavors, along with the tender chicken and plump raisins, makes this dish a surefire hit. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare chicken, give chicken a l'orange with raisins a try. You won't be disappointed!
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