Triple Citrus
Chicken Breasts
- 6 skinless, boneless chicken
breast halves
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
1 tablespoon chives, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons heavy cream
- Between two layers of
plastic wrap, pound chicken breasts with meat mallet to an even
thickness of about 1/2 inch. Place chicken in large, self-sealing
plastic bag.
- In medium bowl, whisk
together lemon zest, orange zest, garlic, chives, salt, pepper,
lime juice, lemon juice, honey and balsamic vinegar. Pour into
bag, over chicken. Close bag securely and turn to distribute
marinade. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or as long as 24 hours,
turning occasionally.
- Remove chicken from bag.
Shake excess marinade into bag and reserve.
- In large, heavy, nonstick
skillet over high heat, warm oil. Saute chicken until browned,
about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Lower heat to medium and continue
cooking until chicken is done, about 2 more minutes per side.
Transfer to serving platter and cover to keep warm.
- Pour reserved marinade
into skillet and bring to a boil over high heat. Scrape the bottom
of pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits. Add any
liquid that has collected around chicken and let mixture boil
for 2 minutes, until slightly thickened and reduced. Stir in
cream; cook for another minute.
- Pour hot sauce over chicken
breasts. Garnish with slices of lime, lemon or orange.
Makes 6 servings.
Recipe provided courtesy
of the National Chicken Council. Used with permission.
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