Best 5 Orange Thyme Chicken Breasts Recipes

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Orange thyme chicken breasts is a flavorful and juicy dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The combination of orange and thyme creates a zesty and aromatic flavor that complements the chicken perfectly. This dish is also relatively easy to make, so it's perfect for busy weeknights.

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ORANGE-THYME CHICKEN IN GARLIC SAUCE



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The roasted garlic sauce in this recipe makes ordinary chicken breasts amazing. To switch things up, replace the orange juice and zest with lime. -Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups orange juice
3 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 3 teaspoons dried thyme, divided
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2/3 cup chicken broth
4 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon jarred roasted minced garlic
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
Orange slices, optional
Fresh thyme sprigs, optional

Steps:

  • Place orange juice and 2 tablespoons thyme in an 8-in. square baking dish; add chicken. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes., Remove chicken from orange juice mixture; pat chicken dry. Reserve 1/3 cup marinade; discard remaining marinade., In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook chicken 2-3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Using tongs, remove chicken from pan, reserving butter in pan., Stir in flour until blended. Cook 30-45 seconds, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Gradually stir in broth and reserved marinade. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Stir in green onions, roasted garlic, orange zest and remaining minced thyme. Return chicken to pan; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, covered, 4-5 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads 165°. If desired, serve with orange slices and thyme sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

LEMON-THYME CHICKEN BREASTS



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Lemon-thyme chicken with a taste of Dijon mustard makes for a fantastic, lightly flavored chicken dish. Pairs great with white or yellow rice.

Provided by Gemini26

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup lemon juice
¼ cup chicken broth
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cube chicken bouillon
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
4 (4 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ tablespoon unsalted butter
1 lemon, cut into thin slices

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice, chicken broth, 2 tablespoons olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, garlic, chicken bouillon, and thyme in a small bowl. Mix together thoroughly.
  • Combine flour and salt on a small dish. Coat chicken with flour on both sides.
  • Heat butter and remaining olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over high heat. Cook chicken until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Reduce heat to low and pour broth mixture and lemon slices over chicken. Cover and simmer until no longer pink in the centers, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and serve with lemon slices on top, spooning the broth over the chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 803.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

BAKED ORANGE-GLAZED CHICKEN



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One of my favorite recipes! The combination of paprika and mustard powder really offsets the sweetness of the orange juice. I tend to eyeball when cooking, so if you cook more breasts or use a large pan, make extra sauce to baste with. I'll frequently use extra glaze when baking just so there's plenty to pour over rice once it's done!

Provided by tigerpaws

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup orange juice
½ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk orange juice, vegetable oil, orange zest, paprika, mustard, and salt in a bowl. Arrange chicken breast halves in a baking dish; pour orange juice mixture over chicken.
  • Bake chicken breasts until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 30 to 45 minutes, basting with orange glaze every 10 to 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 30.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 640.4 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

ORANGE THYME CHICKEN



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Make and share this Orange Thyme Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katew

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 chicken drumsticks
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 tablespoons chopped thyme
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/2 cup breakfast marmalade

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180 C.
  • Combine all ingredients but chicken in a saucepan.
  • Stir over low heat until melted and well combined.
  • Cool slightly then add chicken.
  • Toss to coat then chill for 15 minutes.
  • Place 1 cup of water in a roasting pan.
  • Position wire rack over pan.
  • Place chicken on rack, bake 35 minutes.
  • Brush every 10 minutes with reserved marinade.

ORANGE THYME CHICKEN BREASTS



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I found this recipe in an issue of Parade in January of 2005...it's pretty tasty and not too fattening. I prefer to use chicken tenders instead of chicken breasts.

Provided by Global Girl

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave
1 dash salt
1 dash pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Mix orange juice, olive oil, honey, thyme, salt and pepper to make a marinade.
  • Add chicken and coat well.
  • Cover and refridgerate overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350.
  • Place chicken covered with marinade on a baking sheet.
  • Bake, basting occasionally, until cooked, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 116.4, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 11.2, Protein 27.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh oranges and thyme will give your chicken the best flavor. If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use store-bought orange juice, but be sure to use 100% orange juice with no added sugar.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When you're searing the chicken, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly and will make it more likely to stick to the pan.
  • Cook the chicken over medium heat: Medium heat is the best temperature for cooking chicken breasts. This will help to prevent the chicken from overcooking and becoming dry.
  • Use a meat thermometer: The best way to make sure that your chicken is cooked through is to use a meat thermometer. Insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken breast and cook until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest: Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Orange thyme chicken breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the orange thyme sauce is a perfect complement. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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