CHICKEN POACHED IN ORANGE JUICE AND FRESH ROSEMARY

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From "Wine Lover's Healthy Weight-Loss Plan" Recommended Wine Pairing: Pinot Noir or Sauv Blanc Sub options: raisins instead of currants; hazelnuts instead of walnuts

Provided by GoldsmithLissa

Categories     Chicken

Time 22m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
4 large sprigs fresh rosemary
2 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons orange zest, finely minced
1/2 cup currants, rinsed and well drained, as garnish
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts, toasted, as garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F.
  • Rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in a glass baking dish. Place a rosemary sprig under each breast. Pour orange juice over the chicken. Cover and cook for about 12 mins, or until thermometer registers 165°F Be careful not to overcook. When done, arrange on serving platter, discarding rosemary.
  • Whisk the balsamic vinegar and orange zest into the cooking juices and adjust seasoning. Pour the sauce over chicken. Garnish with currants and walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.8, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 80.1, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 23.3, Protein 33.4

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