Honey Chicken

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Chicken breasts bathed in a tangy, citrus honey marinade, then baked. This is a great marinade for chicken breasts. For a more low-fat recipe, try reducing the amount of oil. As far as I can tell, it's just used to 'glue' the marinade to the chicken.

Honey Chicken
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
8 hrs 30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ¾ cup orange juice

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • ½ cup honey

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon curry powder

  • ½ teaspoon paprika

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Directions

  1. To Marinate: In a nonporous glass dish or bowl, combine the orange juice, lemon juice, oil, honey, salt, pepper, curry powder and paprika. Mix well, then add chicken breasts and toss to coat. Cover dish and refrigerate to marinate overnight.

  2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. Remove chicken from marinade, discarding of any remaining marinade, and place in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.

  4. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

Note

The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

404 Calories
15g Fat
41g Carbs
28g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 404
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g 19%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 68mg 23%
Sodium 661mg 29%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 39g
Protein 28g 56%
Vitamin C 29mg 32%
Calcium 26mg 2%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 443mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.