SWEET ORANGE BAKED CHICKEN

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Enjoy the taste of orange in this delightful rice and chicken recipe - perfect for dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 box (6.2 oz) fast-cooking long-grain and wild rice mix (with seasoning packet)
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
8 boneless skinless chicken breasts (3 lb)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Cook rice as directed on package, omitting butter. Stir in almonds and butter.
  • Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. Cut slit in each chicken breast to form a pocket. Spoon about 1/4 cup rice mixture into each pocket. Place chicken in pan; sprinkle evenly with salt.
  • In small bowl, mix marmalade, honey, mustard and thyme until blended. Reserve 1/2 cup of mixture for serving. Brush remaining marmalade mixture over chicken.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F).
  • Heat reserved marmalade mixture over medium heat and pour evenly over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551, Carbohydrate 53 g, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 57 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 696 mg

Nr Nijam
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This was a great recipe! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and it cooked perfectly. The orange sauce was a little tangy for my taste, so I added a little honey to sweeten it up. I served it with jasmine rice and steamed broccoli and it was a


Nandin erdene Munkhbaatar
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Just made this dish and it is fantastic! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the orange sauce is delicious. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation.


Nathan Mcgory
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I made this last night and it was a hit! My family loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the chicken. The sauce was perfect, and I will definitely be making this again.


Shaown Hasan
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This was an amazing dish! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the orange sauce was delicious. I served it with rice and vegetables, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.