Best 3 Pollo A La Naranja Chicken In Orange Sauce Recipes

Pollo a la naranja, also known as chicken in orange sauce, is a classic Spanish dish that combines the tangy sweetness of oranges with the savory flavors of chicken. The result is a vibrant and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for a special dinner party or a casual weeknight meal, pollo a la naranja is sure to be a hit. With its tantalizing aroma and delicious flavor, this dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving for more. So get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the best recipes for pollo a la naranja, ensuring you create a dish that will tantalize your senses and delight your palate.

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CHICKEN A LA ORANGE

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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

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 ½ cups orange juice
3 tablespoons cornstarch
½ cup hot water
3 tablespoons honey
¼ teaspoon ground ginger

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

POLLO A LA NARANJA (CHICKEN IN ORANGE SAUCE)

Pollo a La Naranja (Chicken in Orange Sauce) image

This recipe originates in Valencia, a region well-known for its citrus. Chicken breasts are first browned in oil, then sauteed in a sauce with intense citrus flavors. This is a simple recipe with lots of fresh taste. From: Spanish Food

Provided by Annacia

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (filleted)
salt and pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
2 carrots, diced
1 onion, diced
1 teaspoon sugar
3 oranges, juice of
1 lime, juice of
1/2 cup white wine
orange slice (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep frying pan with a heavy bottom.
Fry chicken breasts, turning so that they brown on both sides.
Remove from pan and set aside.
Dice the carrots and onions or place in a food processor to dice. Put vegetables in the frying pan and brown.
Add the juices and the white wine.
Reduce the sauce a bit by simmering for a few minutes.
Pour the Sauce into a food processor or blender and puree.
Return the sauce to the frying pan.
Salt and pepper to taste.
Note: If you prefer a "chunky" sauce, you do not have to puree.
Return the chicken to the frying pan of sauce.
Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Place chicken on plates, spooning sauce over each piece.
Garnish with orange slices. Serve with rice and bread.

CROCK-POT MEXICAN ORANGE CHICKEN (POLLO CON NARANJA)

Crock-Pot Mexican Orange Chicken (Pollo Con Naranja) image

My husband had open-heart surgery when we were living on the Texas-Mexican border in 2001. The wife of his heart-surgeon, Velda de La Garza, wrote a heart-healthy Mexican cookbook (Healthy Mexican Cooking), which we purchased while he was in the hospital. This dish is one of our favorites -- an easy Mexican take on that old favorite, Orange Chicken. We found it needed a little more spice than called for; you could either up the cayenne or leave the jalapeno seeds in. But then we like spicy food!

Provided by lecole54

Categories Chicken

Time 6h15m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate
2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1 small jalapeno, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2-2 lbs chicken breasts, skinned (I substituted thighs)
1/2 cup onion, cut in strips
8 small red potatoes, scrubbed and cut in quarters

Steps:

Set crock pot to high.
Add orange juice, garlic, pepper, cumin, cayenne, jalapeno and salt to blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Place chicken pieces in crock pot and pour orange juice mixture over chicken. Top with onions and potatoes.
Cook for 6 hours on high. Internal chicken temperature should reach 160 before serving, and the meat should fall off the bone.
Great served over rice!

Tips:

Use a variety of oranges. This will give your sauce a more complex flavor. Some good options include navel oranges, Valencia oranges, and blood oranges.
Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooking will make it dry and tough.
Make sure the sauce is thick enough. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the chicken and vegetables, but not so thick that it is difficult to pour.
Serve immediately. Pollo a la naranja is best served immediately after it is made. This will ensure that the chicken is hot and crispy and the sauce is flavorful.

Conclusion:

Pollo a la naranja is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it is also a good option for entertaining guests. With its sweet and sour flavor, pollo a la naranja is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table.