CHICKEN WITH ORANGE AND TARRAGON SAUCE

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I got this from my friend George in Pahala on the 'Big Island'. Not only is it quick and easy, it's delicious. He and I both prefer the rich taste of chicken thighs over the milder taste of breasts.

Provided by Pierre Dance

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless skinless chicken thighs, defatted
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups orange juice, freshly sqeezed
2 cups chicken stock, home made is best
2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, bruised
4 tablespoons ghee

Steps:

  • Wash chicken, pat dry with paper towels.
  • Sprinkle with salt.
  • In a medium size frying pan heat orange juice, chicken stock, and tarragon to a slow boil.
  • Add chicken, cook 8-10 minutes per side 'til juice runs clear when chicken is pierced.
  • Remove from pan and keep warm.
  • Increase burner to medium high.
  • Reduce sauce by half or more.
  • Return chicken to pan, cover with sauce, heat 'til warm.
  • Serve on a bed of jasmine rice, risotto, or couscous.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.3, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 93.6, Sodium 342.9, Carbohydrate 18.3, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 12.3, Protein 18

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