CITRUS-HONEY CHICKEN

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We raise heirloom-breed chickens, so I'm always looking for chicken recipes. This one with oven baked chicken tenderloins and orange and honey flavors is tops at our house. -Beth Nafziger, Lowville, NY

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup dry bread crumbs
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds chicken tenderloins
1/4 cup orange juice
Olive oil-flavored cooking spray
SAUCE:
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, orange zest, salt and pepper. In another bowl, toss chicken with orange juice. Dip chicken in crumb mixture, patting to help coating adhere; place on a greased foil-lined baking sheet., Spritz tops with cooking spray until crumbs appear moistened. Bake 10-12 minutes or until light golden brown and chicken is no longer pink., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until blended. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 663mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Waleed Mirza
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This recipe is a must-try! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Nusrullah Chohan
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This is the best chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Jackson Banda x
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I would give this recipe 10 stars if I could. The chicken was amazing and the sauce was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Ayaz Ayaz
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal.


Jahed Md
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so flavorful and moist, and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahmad Shlash
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This is my go-to recipe for chicken. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is to die for.


Lilian Owusu-Ansah
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always juicy and the sauce is so flavorful. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Adrian Coastantin
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This recipe is not for beginners. The instructions are not clear and the dish turned out bland.


Dn Adhikari
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken came out dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.


paul muraguri
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and the sauce was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


abderrahmane AIT CHEIKH
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so flavorful and moist. I loved the combination of citrus and honey in the sauce. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Rifat Babu
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Demon Waltonen
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This citrus honey chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was tangy and sweet. I served it over rice, and it was a perfect weeknight meal.